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#583 of 863 schools in MS
Armstrong Junior High School
Middle School · STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST
303 Mckee Street, Starkville, MS 39759
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
8th – 8th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
8th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#583 of 863
In Starkville
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Armstrong Junior High School
Middle School in Starkville · grades 8th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Armstrong Junior High School
Armstrong Junior High School is a public middle school in Starkville, MS, part of STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST. Armstrong Junior High School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades 8th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Armstrong Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #583 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Armstrong Junior High School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Armstrong Junior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
59% of students at Armstrong Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Armstrong Junior High School — Students at Armstrong Junior High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Armstrong Junior High School Compares
See how Armstrong Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
303 Mckee Street, Starkville, MS 39759
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Armstrong Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OVERSTREET ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FIFTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby West Point), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOCSD/MSU PARTNERSHIP MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Starkville, see our Starkville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HENDERSON/WARD-STEWART ELEMENTARY Starkville | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| STARKVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Starkville | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| OVERSTREET ELEMENTARY Starkville | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| SUDDUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starkville | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SOCSD/MSU PARTNERSHIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Starkville | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| HEBRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pheba | 11.8 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point | 13.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CHURCH HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point | 13.4 mi | 6.8 |
| TECH GENERATION LEARNING CENTER West Point | 14.0 mi | 4.7 |
| EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point | 14.5 mi | 7.9 |
| WEST POINT HIGH SCHOOL West Point | 14.4 mi | 5.8 |
| FIFTH STREET SCHOOL West Point | 14.9 mi | 7.8 |
| OAK HILL ACADEMY West Point | 15.5 mi | 6.9 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sturgis | 15.5 mi | 8.1 |
| WEST CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluff | 19.5 mi | 8.7 |
| WEST LOWNDES ELEMENTARY Columbus | 17.4 mi | 4.7 |
| EAST WEBSTER HIGH SCHOOL Maben | 18.5 mi | 4.3 |
| EAST WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mathiston | 18.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 18.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CHOCTAW COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Ackerman | 22.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39759 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,988
Median Home Value
$241,100
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
42,782
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
45.3%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
27.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MIDDLE SCHOOL OF POPLARVILLE Poplarville, MS | 5.6 |
| EILAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Louisville, MS | 5.5 |
| NORTH PIKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Summit, MS | 5.4 |
| ALCORN CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen, MS | 5.8 |
| HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Mccomb, MS | 5.8 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia, MS | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Armstrong Junior High School
What grades does Armstrong Junior High School serve?
Armstrong Junior High School serves students in grades 8th through 8th.
How many students attend Armstrong Junior High School?
Armstrong Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Armstrong Junior High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Armstrong Junior High School rank in MS?
Armstrong Junior High School ranks #583 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Armstrong Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Armstrong Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Armstrong Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Armstrong Junior High School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Armstrong Junior High School a charter school?
No, Armstrong Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Armstrong Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Armstrong Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Armstrong Junior High School?
66.6% of students at Armstrong Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Oktibbeha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.5%
- Phone
- (662) 324-4070
Resources & Links
District
STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST- District Enrollment
- 4,882
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,106
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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