West Elementary School

West Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in the remote rural area of Sturgis, Mississippi. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, West Elementary offers a small and nurturing environment with an enrollment of 196 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. With 16 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides individualized attention to each child's needs.

West Elementary School has a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10, placing it in the 50th percentile among Mississippi schools. The academic performance shows that 39% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 47% are proficient or above in Math. While these numbers indicate room for improvement, the school is focused on developing each student's unique strengths.

Set amidst a rural landscape, West Elementary School sits at 127 Sturgis Maben Road, offering students a close-knit community feel where everyone knows one another. The school’s setting provides a peaceful and supportive environment conducive to learning and growth.

With an enrollment of 196 students, West Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, West Elementary School 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.