Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Beechwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beechwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beechwood Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beechwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beechwood Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
37%
47%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beechwood Elementary School's ranking?
Beechwood Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Beechwood Elementary School often compared to?
Beechwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bovina Elementary School, Bowmar Avenue School, Sherman Ave Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Beechwood Elementary School?
540 students attend Beechwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Beechwood Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beechwood Elementary School?
Beechwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beechwood Elementary School offer ?
Beechwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Beechwood Elementary School part of?
Beechwood Elementary School is part of Vicksburg Warren School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2020
It''s a great school, I go here! It has amazing teachers, and really kind students!
5 8/9/2010
I recommend this school to parents that have special children. the early ed teacher really connect to the students.And the involvement of the assistants that help individuals helps very much.
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