What grades does CENTRAL ELEM serve?

CENTRAL ELEM operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Gulfport area.

Where is CENTRAL ELEM located?

CENTRAL ELEM is a urban school in Gulfport, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at CENTRAL ELEM?

The student-teacher ratio at CENTRAL ELEM is 14.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Gulfport, MS?

Schools in Gulfport include CENTRAL ELEM and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Gulfport area.

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Central Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Gulfport, Mississippi|GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST

Gulfport, MS 39501

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Mon

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

498

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.4%

Phone

(228)865-4642

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

31%

39th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

19%

26th percentile in MS

Chronic Absenteeism

20.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

24 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.6:1

Worse than average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

550

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,784

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,878

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,722

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 23%State 42%Local 35%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$208,017

+1.9% 1yr+26.4% 5yr

Jackson, MS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.3%

Below 150% poverty line

8.4%

Unemployment rate

14.0%

Uninsured residents

10.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

944

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

881

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

326 (37%)

Other Health Impairment

130 (15%)

Autism

124 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

103 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

54 (6%)

Intellectual Disability

31 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

482

Current enrollment

Stable(-0% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

GSD Intersession/Fall Break

Event

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

School Board Meeting

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Event

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Begin Second Term

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Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST. Central Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	First Term ExamsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	End First Term ( 45 Days of Instruction)District-wide Check the calendar for the exact date this instructional term concludes.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	GSD Intersession Review the intersession notice for course offerings and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Essential Pieces - Teachers OnlyDistrict-wide Check the staff notice for session details and requirements.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	GSD Intersession Review the intersession notice for course offerings and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	GSD Intersession/Fall Break	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Begin Second Term Review the academic calendar for term start details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	First Term Report Cards	Event	—
Sun, Nov 1, 2026	Daylight Savings Time Ends	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	Second Term Progress Reports Review the calendar for progress report distribution dates.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Holiday - No School Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	Second Term Exams Check the published exam schedule for test dates and times.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End Second Term (45 Days of Instruction) Check the calendar for the exact date this instructional term concludes.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break - No School	Event	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	Winter Break - No School Review the school calendar for complete winter break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	GSD Intersession Review the intersession notice for course offerings and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	Essential Pieces - Teachers Only Check the staff notice for session details and requirements.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Begin Third Term Review the academic calendar for term start details.	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	Second Term Report Cards Review the calendar for report card distribution dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Dr. M. L. King, Jr. Holiday - No School Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Mardi Gras Holiday - Schools Closed Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Thu, Feb 18, 2027	Third Term Progress Reports	Event	—
Mon, Mar 1, 2027	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Sun, Mar 14, 2027	Daylight Savings Time Begins	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Third Term Exams	Event	—
Thu, Mar 18, 2027	End Third Term (45 Days of Instruction) Check the calendar for the exact date this instructional term concludes.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Begin Fourth Term Review the academic calendar for term start details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	GSD Intersession Review the intersession notice for course offerings and registration details.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Thu, Apr 1, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Thu, Apr 8, 2027	Third Term Report Cards	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	School Board Meeting Check the published agenda for meeting topics and details.	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	Fourth Term Progress Reports	Event	—