Very Good
#229 of 863 schools in MS
Top 26% in state
Northside Elementary School
Elementary School · PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
3600 HARLE STREET, Pearl, MS 39208
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#229 of 863
In Pearl
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Northside Elementary School
Elementary School in Pearl · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northside Elementary School
Northside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pearl, MS, part of PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Northside Elementary School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Northside Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Northside Elementary School — Students at Northside Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 7.7/10.
How Northside Elementary School Compares
See how Northside 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
3600 HARLE STREET, Pearl, MS 39208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROUSE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Brandon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST RICHARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Jackson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BARACK H OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Jackson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pearl, see our Pearl schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEARL LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pearl | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| PEARL UPPER SCHOOL Pearl | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pearl | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| COLLEGE DRIVE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pearl | 1.4 mi | — |
| PEARL HIGH SCHOOL Pearl | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Flowood | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Pearl | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CASEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| FLOWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Flowood | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Jackson | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| MS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Jackson | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MURRAH HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 4.3 mi | 3.8 |
| SPANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| IDA B. WELLS APAC SCHOOL Jackson | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ROUSE ELEMENTARY Brandon | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| THE EDUCATION CENTER, INC. D/B/A EDUCATION CENTER Jackson | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| MC LEOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 5.2 mi | 2.9 |
| BAILEY MIDDLE APAC SCHOOL Jackson | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ST RICHARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jackson | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| BARACK H OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,878
Median Home Value
$173,900
Median Rent
$1,157/mo
Population
34,604
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANN SMITH ELEMENTARY Ridgeland, MS | 7.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lucedale, MS | 7.5 |
| CLARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clara, MS | 7.5 |
| EUPORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eupora, MS | 7.5 |
| HOUSTON LOWER ELEMENTARY Houston, MS | 7.5 |
| PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northside Elementary School
What grades does Northside Elementary School serve?
Northside Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northside Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northside Elementary School rank in MS?
Northside Elementary School ranks #229 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Northside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Northside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Northside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Northside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Northside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northside Elementary School?
64.9% of students at Northside 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 632
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rankin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.4%
- Phone
- (601) 932-7971
Resources & Links
District
PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,190
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,831
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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