Below Average
#761 of 863 schools in MS
Based on limited data
North Gulfport Elementary and Middl
Elementary School · HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST
4715 Illinois Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39503
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#761 of 863
In Gulfport
#21 of 22
public schools
In district
#21 of 22
HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST
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About North Gulfport Elementary and Middl
North Gulfport Elementary and Middl is a public elementary school in Gulfport, MS, part of HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST. North Gulfport Elementary and Middl serves approximately 1,005 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. North Gulfport Elementary and Middl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #761 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for North Gulfport Elementary and Middl show 38% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.1
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at North Gulfport Elementary and Middl were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Gulfport Elementary and Middl — Students at North Gulfport Elementary and Middl score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
How North Gulfport Elementary and Middl Compares
See how North Gulfport Elementary and Middl 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
4715 Illinois Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Gulfport Elementary and Middl may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Gulfport | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,298
Median Home Value
$193,000
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
54,230
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CORINTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corinth, MS | 4.3 |
| SOUTHAVEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southaven, MS | 4.3 |
| BATESVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Batesville, MS | 4.1 |
| MORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Morton, MS | 4.0 |
| DESOTO CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven, MS | 3.9 |
| MANNSDALE ELEMENTARY Madison, MS | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Gulfport Elementary and Middl
What grades does North Gulfport Elementary and Middl serve?
North Gulfport Elementary and Middl serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend North Gulfport Elementary and Middl?
North Gulfport Elementary and Middl has an enrollment of approximately 1,005 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Gulfport Elementary and Middl?
The student-teacher ratio at North Gulfport Elementary and Middl is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Gulfport Elementary and Middl rank in MS?
North Gulfport Elementary and Middl ranks #761 of 863 schools in MS.
What is North Gulfport Elementary and Middl's MySchoolScout rating?
North Gulfport Elementary and Middl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Gulfport Elementary and Middl?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Gulfport Elementary and Middl has 38% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is North Gulfport Elementary and Middl a charter school?
No, North Gulfport Elementary and Middl is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Gulfport Elementary and Middl a Title I school?
No, North Gulfport Elementary and Middl is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Gulfport Elementary and Middl?
85.8% of students at North Gulfport Elementary and Middl 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,005
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (228) 864-8944
Resources & Links
District
HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 14,299
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,305
- District Rank
- #21 of 22
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