Best Schools in Hurley, Mississippi
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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East Central Middle School
Middle · Jackson Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
East Central High School
High · Jackson Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +17.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hurley schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hurley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Central Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | East Central High School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
50% of schools rated 7+
About Schools in Hurley, Mississippi
Hurley, Mississippi is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Hurley show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hurley is East Central Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hurley is served by 1 school district: JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 8,936 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 567 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 793 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Hurley
Hurley, Mississippi · 2 schools
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Common questions about schools in Hurley, Mississippi
How many schools are in Hurley, Mississippi?
Hurley has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hurley, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hurley is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hurley, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Hurley on MySchoolScout is East Central Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Hurley, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Hurley on MySchoolScout is East Central Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Hurley, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Hurley on MySchoolScout is East Central High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Hurley, Mississippi?
Hurley is served by 1 school district: Jackson Co School Dist.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hurley, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hurley is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hurley, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.