TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gulfport School District school district, located in Gulfport, MS with about 450 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 24 teachers, TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary School is a public school located in Gulfport, Mississippi, serving students within the Gulfport School District. As a foundational educational institution in the community, the school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and social development during the critical early childhood and elementary years. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing students with a structured environment that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science.

Beyond academics, the school focuses on creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages character building and community engagement. By utilizing a variety of instructional methods and resources, Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school. The school plays an active role in the local Gulfport area, aiming to provide equitable learning opportunities for its diverse student population while maintaining a partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community.

For more information, contact TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM at (228) 867-2140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.