West Elementary School
Gulfport, MS 39501
Phone: (228) 870-1025
District: Gulfport School Dist
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 492 students
West Elementary School, a public school located in Gulfport, MS, serves grades PK-5 in the Gulfport School Dist.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
West Elementary School is a public school located in Gulfport, MS. 492 students attend West Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 7/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2024 Mississippi Assessment Program data from Mississippi Department of Education, and using 2024 Mississippi Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Mississippi Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 8/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student growth data from Mississippi Department of Education. |
Worrisome patterns of chronic student absenteeism have been identified.
Posted: May 31, 2015
Posted: May 31, 2015
Posted: May 31, 2015
Do not be fool by the previous ratings and comments. Most of the previous posting are from faculty and the principle. The school is awful. If you care about your children education avoid this school. If possible avoid the Gulfport (there are only two good schools in the district, which are Anniston and Bayou Elementary) and Harrison county. One good thing about West is that there are a couple teachers that are good, the ones that were kept from the previous administration. West, care more about behavior and academics, which I believe that both are as important. The worst part of the school is the principal. Overall, do not send your kid. For parents that have children there report the administration bad behavior. Don't just go to the superintendent (because he doesn't do NOTHING)
Go tot the school board
If you don't get help there go to the Mississippi department of education.
and if you get no help there go to the Federal Department of Justice.
Posted: May 31, 2015
There are a couple real good teachers, from the previous administration. Many good teachers ended up leaving or getting fired.
Posted: April 1, 2014
WEST ELEM. IS SUCH AN AMZING PLACXE TO WORK. EVERY TEACHER, OFFICE STAFF, CUSTODIANS, AFTER SCHOOL CARE, AND TEACHERS ASSISTANTS ARE SO DEDICATED. WE HAVE A GREAT SCHOOL FILLED WITH BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN WHO LOVE TO LEARN. PLEASE HELP WEST WIN THIS.
Posted: August 3, 2013
As a former principal of this school, I could not have envisioned West as it stands today. Upon my arrival 9yrs ago, the building was new and shiny. we had to keep the white walls white. Two prinipals and a summer later I cam say, "What a difference a summer makes!" Students and parents will enter a newly designed learning experience at West Elementary August 19. Kudos to the new principal, Kenny Hudson and the staff for their tireless efforts. The school is beautiful and inviting. I'm so excited for the children.
Posted: April 13, 2013
West Elementary is an amazing school where teachers and administrators care about their students. West Elementary has an active PTA and its members strive to make the home to school connection effective. I am proud to be part of the West team!
Posted: April 11, 2013
West Elementary is a hidden gem on the Gulf Coast! Students love being here and are excited to come to school every day.
Posted: April 11, 2013
The administration and teachers have high expectations for all students. We provide a positive learning envrionment and experience for all of our students.
Posted: April 11, 2013
The teachers care for each student at West Elementary. It is their goal to provide the best education for each student. West is the BEST!
Posted: April 11, 2013
West Elementary is a great school. The staff tries to follow the motto of the Gulfport School District.("Every Decision.What is Best For Children? Every Time.") This school has a great staff.Among this great staff are some on the best teachers :Mrs. Zanders 1st grade,Mrs. Drake 3rd grade, and Ms. Daniels 5th grade.
Posted: April 10, 2013
This school is a quality school in the Gulfport School District. The teachers and staff are exceptional. They provide quality education to each student.
Posted: April 10, 2013
Im a parent and a staff member and my grandchild enjoys her teachers and learning here at 28th street. She wouldn't never want to go to another school. And she loves the food.
Posted: April 10, 2013
The teachers and administrators at this school care very deeply aboul the students . They work tirelessly to provide the students with the best possible education available on the Gulf Coast. Parents are always welcome , and there are frequent activities for parents to learn more about the curriculum. Thank you West Elementary!!
Posted: April 9, 2013
WE is a wonderful school that has devoted, professional teachers that encourage each student to perform to their greatest ability.
Posted: October 10, 2011
I have been in the navy 17 years and this by far is the worst school my kids have ever been in. I pulled my kids out and put them in westminister academy. So if you are going to live in base housing send you kids to a private school
Posted: March 17, 2010
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hunter's Chase | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Gulfport | MS | 8.4 mi | |
| 2 | Arbor View | Apartment Complex | D'Iberville | MS | 13.4 mi | |
| 3 | Diamondhead | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Diamondhead | MS | 14.9 mi | |
| 4 | Belair | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Slidell | LA | 43.1 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Shore | Eden Isle | LA | 43.6 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| NCBC Gulfport | 1.2 mi. |
| Keesler AFB | 11.6 mi. |
| Stennis Space Center | 29.2 mi. |
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