Excellent
#1 of 131 private schools in MS
Top 1% of private schools
Coast Episcopal School
Elementary School
5065 ESPY AVE, Long Beach, MS 39560
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Mississippi private schools
#1 of 131
In Long Beach
#1 of 2
public schools
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Coast Episcopal School
Elementary School in Long Beach · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Coast Episcopal School
Coast Episcopal School is a private elementary school in Long Beach, MS. Coast Episcopal School serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Coast Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 111 students, Coast Episcopal School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Coast Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Coast Episcopal School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Coast Episcopal School compares to the 5 public schools in Long Beach, MS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Long Beach
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coast Episcopal School (this school) | 9.0 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MS.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MS
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5065 ESPY AVE, Long Beach, MS 39560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coast Episcopal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), with a very similar rating. Another option is THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pass Christian | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.9 mi | 7.2 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.7 mi | 5.3 |
| TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport | 5.8 mi | 6.2 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.8 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport | 7.2 mi | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY ACADEMY Bay St. Louis | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST STANISLAUS Bay St. Louis | 8.1 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,090
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
18,505
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
40.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 8.9 |
| CAMDEN ELEMENTARY Camden, MS | 9.2 |
| FRENCH CAMP ELEM SCHOOL French Camp, MS | 9.2 |
| LUTHER BRANSON SCHOOL Canton, MS | 9.2 |
| WEST CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluff, MS | 8.7 |
| BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coast Episcopal School
What grades does Coast Episcopal School serve?
Coast Episcopal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Coast Episcopal School?
Coast Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coast Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coast Episcopal School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Coast Episcopal School rank in MS?
Coast Episcopal School ranks #1 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Coast Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coast Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Coast Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, Coast Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Coast Episcopal School a religious school?
Coast Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 8.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Harrison County
- Phone
- (228) 596-2940
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