Serving 476 students in grades 2-5, North Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (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 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Bay Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
North Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
22%
47%
White
66%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Bay Elementary School's ranking?
North Bay Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are North Bay Elementary School often compared to?
North Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock North Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% 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 North Bay Elementary School?
476 students attend North Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Bay Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Bay Elementary School?
North Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Bay Elementary School offer ?
North Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Bay Elementary School part of?
North Bay Elementary School is part of Bay St Louis Waveland School District.
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