Serving 800 students in grades 5-6, Biloxi Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biloxi Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Biloxi Upper Elementary School's student population of 800 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biloxi Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Biloxi Upper Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#156 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
16%
5%
Black
33%
47%
White
40%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
31%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biloxi Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Biloxi Upper Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Biloxi Upper Elementary School?
800 students attend Biloxi Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Biloxi Upper Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biloxi Upper Elementary School?
Biloxi Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Biloxi Upper Elementary School offer ?
Biloxi Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Biloxi Upper Elementary School part of?
Biloxi Upper Elementary School is part of Biloxi Public School District.
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