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Pass Road Elementary School

Elementary School · GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST

37 Pass Road, Gulfport, MS 39507

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#534 of 863

In Gulfport

#15 of 22

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Pass Road Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Gulfport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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7.1/10

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About Pass Road Elementary School

Pass Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gulfport, MS, part of GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST. Pass Road Elementary School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pass Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #534 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Pass Road Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • MS avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.9% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.7% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,784
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

Pass Road Elementary School — Students at Pass Road Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
42.9%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Pass Road Elementary School Compares

See how Pass Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
38th percentile in MS
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

37 Pass Road, Gulfport, MS 39507

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pass Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Biloxi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport 0.4 mi 5.1
GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 0.5 mi 7.1
BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 0.9 mi 6.7
BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 1.4 mi 8.9
CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport 1.3 mi 5.8
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport 1.5 mi 5.7
ANNISTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 2.0 mi 7.0
GULF OAKS THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Biloxi 3.0 mi
NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport 3.2 mi 4.3
CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 3.9 mi 5.0
BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 4.0 mi 4.2
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport 4.3 mi 7.9
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 3.9 mi 6.0
GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 4.0 mi 5.3
TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport 3.9 mi 6.2
HOPE ACADEMY Gulfport 4.6 mi 6.9
HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport 5.0 mi 8.3
POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 4.7 mi 7.5
ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport 5.3 mi 6.8
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Biloxi 5.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,459

Median Home Value

$220,600

Median Rent

$1,121/mo

Population

17,512

College Educated

28.9%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

38.7

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CANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, MS 6.0
CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bassfield, MS 6.0
J E JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Prentiss, MS 6.0
MOSS POINT KREOLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Moss Point, MS 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pass Road Elementary School

What grades does Pass Road Elementary School serve?

Pass Road Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pass Road Elementary School?

Pass Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pass Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pass Road Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pass Road Elementary School rank in MS?

Pass Road Elementary School ranks #534 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Pass Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pass Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Pass Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pass Road Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pass Road Elementary School a charter school?

No, Pass Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pass Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pass Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pass Road Elementary School?

99.2% of students at Pass Road 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Harrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

District

GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
6,084
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,784
District Rank
#7 of 9

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