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#490 of 863 schools in MS
Twenty Eighth St Elem
Elementary School · GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
3034 46th Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#490 of 863
In Gulfport
#13 of 22
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
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Twenty Eighth St Elem
Elementary School in Gulfport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Twenty Eighth St Elem
Twenty Eighth St Elem is a public elementary school in Gulfport, MS, part of GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST. Twenty Eighth St Elem serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Twenty Eighth St Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #490 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Twenty Eighth St Elem show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Twenty Eighth St Elem — Students at Twenty Eighth St Elem score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 6.7/10.
How Twenty Eighth St Elem Compares
See how Twenty Eighth St Elem 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
3034 46th Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Twenty Eighth St Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.9 mi | 4.2 |
| HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 4.2 mi | 8.3 |
| BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport | 4.8 mi | 7.9 |
| GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 4.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Gulfport | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,491
Median Home Value
$115,300
Median Rent
$962/mo
Population
23,178
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
38.9%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
36.6%
Median Age
36.2
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| JOHN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 6.2 |
| MORGANTOWN ELEMENTARY Natchez, MS | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Twenty Eighth St Elem
What grades does Twenty Eighth St Elem serve?
Twenty Eighth St Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Twenty Eighth St Elem?
Twenty Eighth St Elem has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Twenty Eighth St Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Twenty Eighth St Elem is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Twenty Eighth St Elem rank in MS?
Twenty Eighth St Elem ranks #490 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Twenty Eighth St Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Twenty Eighth St Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Twenty Eighth St Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Twenty Eighth St Elem has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Twenty Eighth St Elem a charter school?
No, Twenty Eighth St Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Twenty Eighth St Elem a Title I school?
No, Twenty Eighth St Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Twenty Eighth St Elem?
99.2% of students at Twenty Eighth St Elem 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.9%
- Phone
- (228) 867-2140
Resources & Links
District
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 6,084
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,784
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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