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#33 of 862 schools in MS

Top 4% 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

8.4

Grades

2nd – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Bay St. Louis

#2 of 2

public schools

Mississippi elementary schools

#21 of 436

In district

#3 of 4

BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST

Equity

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About North Bay Elementary School

North Bay Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bay St. Louis, MS, part of the BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST. The school serves approximately 476 students in grades 2nd – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1.

It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 96.3th percentile among MS schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 52% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10).

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $65,139, where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency55%
Overall Proficiency56%
Expected (poverty-adj.)32%
vs. Expected+23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,358

North Bay Elementary School — Students at North Bay Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
46%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
55%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How North Bay Elementary School Compares

See how North Bay Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
96th percentile in MS
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
8.0/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

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. COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WAVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Waveland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), 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 8.6
BAY HIGH SCHOOL Bay St. Louis 0.2 mi 8.4
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 8.0
PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pass Christian 4.8 mi 6.4
PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian 5.6 mi 6.5
PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian 5.6 mi 8.2
DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian 6.0 mi 6.5
EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kiln 6.5 mi 7.1
HANCOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Kiln 6.7 mi 5.2
HANCOCK HIGH SCHOOL Kiln 6.8 mi 6.7
SOUTH HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis 7.1 mi 7.0
PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian 8.2 mi 6.1
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 7.2
WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 11.2 mi 5.9

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding North Bay Elementary School has a median household income of $65,139. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $202,600, with a median rent of $1,067/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GRACE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg, MS 8.4
BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boyle, MS 8.3
BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg, MS 8.5
CLARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clara, MS 8.3
HANCOCK NORTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Kiln, MS 8.3
MORGANTOWN ELEMENTARY Natchez, MS 8.3

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 is ranked #33 out of 862 schools in MS.

What is North Bay Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Bay Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at North Bay Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, North Bay Elementary School has 51.7% math proficiency and 50.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,486/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bay St. Louis). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
1,678
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,298
District Rank
#3 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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