What grades does POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Biloxi area.

Where is POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a urban school in Biloxi, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 13.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Biloxi, MS?

Schools in Biloxi include POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Biloxi area.

MSPrimaryProfile data from NCES 2023-24

POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — School Profile & District Info

Primary|Biloxi, Mississippi|BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

Biloxi, MS 39531

School Profile

Grades

K–4

Enrollment

610

Student:Teacher

13.9:1

Locale

Urban

District

BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

72.3%

Phone

(228)436-5135

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

58%

94th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

53%

80th percentile in MS

Chronic Absenteeism

14.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

12 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.9:1

Worse than average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

570

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,206

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,241

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,335

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 39%Local 44%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$208,017

+1.9% 1yr+26.4% 5yr

Jackson, MS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.3%

Below 150% poverty line

8.4%

Unemployment rate

14.0%

Uninsured residents

10.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

878

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

803

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

186 (23%)

Other Health Impairment

175 (22%)

Speech/Language Impairment

166 (21%)

Autism

139 (17%)

Emotional Disturbance

35 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

23 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

608

Current enrollment

Stable(+2% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a total enrollment of 610 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Biloxi, MS.