Summary:
The 39531 zip code area in Biloxi, Mississippi is home to two elementary schools - Popps Ferry Elementary School and Back Bay Elementary School. Both schools are part of the Biloxi Public School District, which is ranked 20th out of 130 school districts in Mississippi and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Based on the data, Back Bay Elementary School appears to be the standout school in this set. It has consistently higher state-wide rankings compared to Popps Ferry Elementary, maintaining a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past 3 school years while Popps Ferry's rating has declined. In the 2023-2024 school year, Back Bay Elementary had significantly higher proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics for 3rd and 4th grades.
Both schools serve predominantly low-income student populations, with over 99% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. However, the significant difference in academic performance between the two schools suggests that factors beyond just student demographics and funding levels may be contributing to Back Bay Elementary's stronger outcomes. Further investigation into the specific practices and strategies employed at Back Bay could provide valuable insights for improving educational equity in the area.
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