ST MARTIN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ST MARTIN UPPER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jackson County School District school district, located in Ocean Springs, MS with about 733 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade 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 43 teachers, ST MARTIN UPPER ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

St. Martin Upper Elementary, located in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, serves as a key campus within the Jackson County School District. Catering to students in the upper elementary grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive academic environment that bridges the gap between primary schooling and middle school. The campus is situated on Yellow Jacket Blvd, reflecting its identity as part of the broader St. Martin community and the district’s well-known "Yellow Jacket" mascot pride.

The school focuses on a balanced curriculum designed to promote foundational literacy, mathematical proficiency, and social-emotional development. By utilizing its digital presence to keep parents and the community informed, St. Martin Upper Elementary emphasizes transparent communication and active parental involvement. Through various academic programs and extracurricular initiatives, the school strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning atmosphere that prepares its students for the transition to the secondary level.

For more information, contact ST MARTIN UPPER ELEMENTARY at (228) 818-2849 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.