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Very Good

#286 of 863 schools in MS

Top 33% in state

Three Rivers Elementary

Elementary School · HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST

13500 THREE RIVERS ROAD, Gulfport, MS 39503

Enrollment

525

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#286 of 863

In Gulfport

#5 of 22

public schools

In district

#8 of 22

HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Three Rivers Elementary

7.2/10

Elementary School in Gulfport · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Three Rivers Elementary

Three Rivers Elementary is a public elementary school in Gulfport, MS, part of HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST. Three Rivers Elementary serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Three Rivers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Three Rivers Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • MS avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.5% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.3% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected+1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,305
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Three Rivers Elementary — Students at Three Rivers Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 37 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
60%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
55.5%
ELA
64.3%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Three Rivers Elementary Compares

See how Three Rivers Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in MS
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

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

13500 THREE RIVERS ROAD, Gulfport, MS 39503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Three Rivers Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LYMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 1.2 mi 7.0
HOPE ACADEMY Gulfport 1.9 mi 6.9
TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport 2.4 mi 7.9
LYMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 2.6 mi 8.7
HARRISON CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 2.9 mi 5.3
BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 3.3 mi 4.2
HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport 3.1 mi 8.3
ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport 3.1 mi 6.8
CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 3.4 mi 5.0
WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 4.3 mi 7.6
BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 5.2 mi 8.9
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Biloxi 5.3 mi 5.1
BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 5.6 mi 6.7
NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport 5.7 mi 4.3
NORTH WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARY AND MID Biloxi 5.3 mi 7.1
PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 6.5 mi 5.9
GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 6.7 mi 7.1
HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport 6.9 mi 5.1
CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport 6.9 mi 5.8
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport 7.1 mi 5.7

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

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SALTILLO PRIMARY SCHOOL Saltillo, MS 7.2
THOMAS STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS 7.2
BRUCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruce, MS 7.3
HAZLEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hazlehurst, MS 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Three Rivers Elementary

What grades does Three Rivers Elementary serve?

Three Rivers Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Three Rivers Elementary?

Three Rivers Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Three Rivers Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Three Rivers Elementary 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 Three Rivers Elementary rank in MS?

Three Rivers Elementary ranks #286 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Three Rivers Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Three Rivers Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Three Rivers Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Three Rivers Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Three Rivers Elementary a charter school?

No, Three Rivers Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Three Rivers Elementary a Title I school?

No, Three Rivers Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Three Rivers Elementary?

62.9% of students at Three Rivers Elementary 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Harrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
14,299
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,305
District Rank
#8 of 22

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