Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest 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 71% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
33%
45%
White
50%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale Elementary School, Brandon Elementary School, Northshore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
477 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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