Serving 728 students in grades 2-3, Northside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (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 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 2-3
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside 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
Northside Elementary School's student population of 728 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#24 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
50%
47%
White
36%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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 Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% 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 Northside Elementary School?
728 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northside Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Clinton Public School District.
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