Serving 599 students in grades 4-5, St. Martin Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Martin Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
St. Martin Upper Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
St. Martin Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Martin Upper Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#327 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
17%
47%
White
60%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
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 St. Martin Upper Elementary School's ranking?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin Upper Elementary School often compared to?
St. Martin Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend St. Martin Upper Elementary School?
599 students attend St. Martin Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of St. Martin Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Martin Upper Elementary School?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Martin Upper Elementary School offer ?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin Upper Elementary School part of?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School is part of Jackson Co School District.
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