POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in Biloxi, MS with about 643 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Biloxi, Mississippi, serves as a core educational institution within the Biloxi Public School District. Catering to students in the primary grade levels, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment. Its curriculum is designed to build foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while also emphasizing character development and personal growth. The school staff focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student engagement, curiosity, and collaboration, ensuring that children are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

Beyond its academic offerings, Popps Ferry Elementary is deeply integrated into the local Biloxi community. The school prides itself on maintaining strong partnerships with parents and families, believing that home-school communication is essential to student success. Through a variety of extracurricular activities, school events, and a focus on technology integration, the institution aims to nurture the "whole child," providing them with the resources and social-emotional tools necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (228) 436-5135 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.