Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Webster 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Webster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
East Webster Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Webster Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Webster Elementary School is 0.30, which is less 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
#229 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
10%
45%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Webster Elementary School's ranking?
East Webster Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Webster Elementary School?
434 students attend East Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Webster Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Webster Elementary School?
East Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Webster Elementary School offer ?
East Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Webster Elementary School part of?
East Webster Elementary School is part of Webster County Schools.
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