Serving 754 students in grades Kindergarten-4, North Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
North Bay Elementary School's student population of 754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Bay Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#47 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
11%
5%
Black
20%
47%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
49%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Bay Elementary School's ranking?
North Bay Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are North Bay Elementary School often compared to?
North Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Back Bay Elementary School, Popps Ferry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend North Bay Elementary School?
754 students attend North Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Bay Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Bay Elementary School?
North Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Bay Elementary School offer ?
North Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is North Bay Elementary School part of?
North Bay Elementary School is part of Biloxi Public School District.
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