Very Good
#252 of 863 schools in MS
Top 29% in state
Wj Quarles Elementary School
Elementary School · LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST
111 Quarles Street, Long Beach, MS 39560
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#252 of 863
In Long Beach
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Wj Quarles Elementary School
Elementary School in Long Beach · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wj Quarles Elementary School
Wj Quarles Elementary School is a public elementary school in Long Beach, MS, part of LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST. Wj Quarles Elementary School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wj Quarles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Wj Quarles Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Wj Quarles Elementary School — Students at Wj Quarles Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 8.3/10.
How Wj Quarles Elementary School Compares
See how Wj Quarles 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
111 Quarles Street, Long Beach, MS 39560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wj Quarles Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Gulfport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport | 4.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport | 6.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 6.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 6.7 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,090
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$1,196/mo
Population
18,505
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
40.9
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| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 7.4 |
| BACK BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi, MS | 7.4 |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS | 7.4 |
| CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, MS | 7.4 |
| FLOWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Flowood, MS | 7.4 |
| HIGHLAND BLUFF ELEMENTARY Brandon, MS | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wj Quarles Elementary School
What grades does Wj Quarles Elementary School serve?
Wj Quarles Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Wj Quarles Elementary School?
Wj Quarles Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wj Quarles Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wj Quarles Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wj Quarles Elementary School rank in MS?
Wj Quarles Elementary School ranks #252 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Wj Quarles Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wj Quarles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Wj Quarles Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wj Quarles Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wj Quarles Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wj Quarles Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wj Quarles Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wj Quarles Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wj Quarles Elementary School?
59.7% of students at Wj Quarles 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (228) 864-3946
Resources & Links
District
LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 2,897
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,009
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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