Northside Elem

Northside Elementary serves 710 students in grades 2-3 in Clinton, Mississippi, with a student-teacher ratio of 19.7:1 and 36 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned recognition as one of Mississippi's top-performing elementary schools, ranking #136 out of 865 schools statewide and placing in the 84th percentile with a solid 7.2 out of 10 rating. The school demonstrates strong academic performance with 77% of students achieving proficiency or above in math and 68% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading.

These impressive results reflect the school's commitment to educational excellence and effective instruction across both grade levels. Northside Elementary draws families from a well-established community where the median household income is $71,667 and nearly half of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.5%, with median home values around $204,800, suggesting a stable residential area that values education.

The school operates in a rural setting near the town of Clinton in Hinds County, providing students with a more intimate learning environment while still maintaining access to broader community resources and the advantages of a larger school district.

Located in a rural area, Northside Elem may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.