Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Woolmarket 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woolmarket 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
Woolmarket Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Woolmarket 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 Woolmarket Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#54 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
27%
5%
Black
12%
47%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woolmarket Elementary School's ranking?
Woolmarket Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Woolmarket Elementary School often compared to?
Woolmarket Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Bay Elementary School, North Woolmarket Elementary And Middle 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 52% MS state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Woolmarket Elementary School?
520 students attend Woolmarket Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Woolmarket Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woolmarket Elementary School?
Woolmarket Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woolmarket Elementary School offer ?
Woolmarket Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woolmarket Elementary School part of?
Woolmarket Elementary School is part of Harrison Co School District.
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