Excellent
#21 of 863 schools in MS
Top 2% in state
North Bay Elementary School
Elementary School · BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST
602 Pine St., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.1
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.1
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#21 of 863
In Bay St. Louis
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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North Bay Elementary School
Elementary School in Bay St. Louis · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Bay Elementary School
North Bay Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bay St. Louis, MS, part of BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST. North Bay Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio.
North Bay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 863 schools in MS. Structured state assessment records for North Bay Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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North Bay Elementary School — Students at North Bay Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How North Bay Elementary School Compares
See how North Bay Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
602 Pine St., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Bay Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), with a very similar rating. Another option is COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Kiln), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bay St. Louis, see our Bay St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Waveland Middle School Bay St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BAY HIGH SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY ACADEMY Bay St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| DOMINION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC. Bay St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST STANISLAUS Bay St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WAVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waveland | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pass Christian | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kiln | 6.5 mi | 8.2 |
| HANCOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Kiln | 6.7 mi | 4.9 |
| HANCOCK HIGH SCHOOL Kiln | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTH HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 8.2 mi | 9.0 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach | 8.8 mi | 9.0 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 10.3 mi | 7.4 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,139
Median Home Value
$202,600
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
15,471
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
48.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PUCKETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Puckett, MS | 9.1 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boyle, MS | 9.0 |
| BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg, MS | 9.2 |
| DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg, MS | 9.2 |
| GAUTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gautier, MS | 9.0 |
| NORTHSHORE ELEMENTARY Brandon, MS | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Bay Elementary School
What grades does North Bay Elementary School serve?
North Bay Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend North Bay Elementary School?
North Bay Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Bay Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Bay Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Bay Elementary School rank in MS?
North Bay Elementary School ranks #21 of 863 schools in MS.
What is North Bay Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Bay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Bay Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Bay Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is North Bay Elementary School a charter school?
No, North Bay Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Bay Elementary School a Title I school?
No, North Bay Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Bay Elementary School?
100.0% of students at North Bay Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Hancock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (228) 467-4052
Resources & Links
District
BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 1,678
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,298
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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