Best Schools in Sturgis, Mississippi
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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West Elementary School
Elementary · Starkville- Oktibbeha Cons Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$159,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$159,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sturgis
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $51,307
- Median home value
- $159,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sturgis compares
Median household income
$51k
98% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Sturgis, Mississippi
Sturgis, Mississippi is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Sturgis perform strongly 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 Sturgis is West Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sturgis is served by 1 school district: STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST. These districts collectively serve 4,882 students.
Sturgis's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,307. The poverty rate in the area is 19.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 196 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
Schools in Sturgis
Sturgis, Mississippi · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,307
Median Home Value
$159,400
Median Rent
$736/mo
Population
1,371
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Community Profile
Sturgis has a median household income of $51,307. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,400, with a median rent of $736/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Sturgis, Mississippi
How many schools are in Sturgis, Mississippi?
Sturgis has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sturgis, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sturgis is 8.1 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 Sturgis, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Sturgis on MySchoolScout is West Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sturgis, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sturgis on MySchoolScout is West Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Sturgis, Mississippi?
Sturgis is served by 1 school district: Starkville- Oktibbeha Cons Dist.
What is the education level in Sturgis, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Sturgis have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sturgis, Mississippi?
The median household income in Sturgis is approximately $51,307 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sturgis, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sturgis is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sturgis, 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.