Serving 111 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Clay Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Clay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Clay Elementary School's student population of 111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
West Clay Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Clay Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#404 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
44%
45%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
51%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Point Consolidated School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Clay Elementary School's ranking?
West Clay Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Clay Elementary School?
111 students attend West Clay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Clay Elementary School students are Two or more races, 44% of students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Clay Elementary School?
West Clay Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Clay Elementary School offer ?
West Clay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Clay Elementary School part of?
West Clay Elementary School is part of West Point Consolidated School District.
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