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#512 of 863 schools in MS
West Elementary School
Elementary School · GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
4051 15th Street, Gulfport, MS 39501
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#512 of 863
In Gulfport
#14 of 22
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About West Elementary School
West Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gulfport, MS, part of GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST. West Elementary School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #512 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for West Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at West Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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West Elementary School — Students at West Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 4.7/10.
How West Elementary School Compares
See how West 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
4051 15th Street, Gulfport, MS 39501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
| PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.5 mi | 8.9 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.0 mi | 5.0 |
| BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.1 mi | 4.2 |
| HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 5.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport | 6.0 mi | 7.9 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, MS | 6.0 |
| J E JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Prentiss, MS | 6.0 |
| MC LAURIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez, MS | 6.0 |
| MOSS POINT KREOLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Moss Point, MS | 6.0 |
| TYLERTOWN PRIMARY SCHOOL Tylertown, MS | 6.0 |
| IUKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Iuka, MS | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Elementary School
What grades does West Elementary School serve?
West Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Elementary School rank in MS?
West Elementary School ranks #512 of 863 schools in MS.
What is West Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 West Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is West Elementary School a charter school?
No, West Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Elementary School a Title I school?
No, West Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Elementary School?
99.4% of students at West 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (228) 870-1025
Resources & Links
District
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 6,084
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,784
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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