Average
#653 of 863 schools in MS
Early Head Start Nicholson
School · PICAYUNE SCHOOL DISTRICT
P.O. Box 1258, Picayune, MS 39466
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#653 of 863
In Picayune
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
PICAYUNE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Early Head Start Nicholson
School in Picayune · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Nicholson Elementary School
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About Early Head Start Nicholson
Early Head Start Nicholson is a public school in Picayune, MS, part of PICAYUNE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Early Head Start Nicholson serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Head Start Nicholson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #653 of 863 schools in MS.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Early Head Start Nicholson is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Early Head Start Nicholson Compares
See how Early Head Start Nicholson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 1258, Picayune, MS 39466
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Head Start Nicholson may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sixth Ward Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Pearl River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alton Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Slidell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Creekside Junior High (rated 7.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Pearl River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Picayune, see our Picayune schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,926
Median Home Value
$161,400
Median Rent
$907/mo
Population
28,292
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
38.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Head Start Nicholson
What grades does Early Head Start Nicholson serve?
Early Head Start Nicholson serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Head Start Nicholson?
Early Head Start Nicholson has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Head Start Nicholson?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Head Start Nicholson is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Head Start Nicholson rank in MS?
Early Head Start Nicholson ranks #653 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Early Head Start Nicholson's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Head Start Nicholson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early Head Start Nicholson a charter school?
No, Early Head Start Nicholson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Head Start Nicholson a Title I school?
No, Early Head Start Nicholson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Head Start Nicholson?
100.0% of students at Early Head Start Nicholson qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 196
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Pearl River County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.0%
- Phone
- (601) 798-7808
Resources & Links
District
PICAYUNE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,598
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,883
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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