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#655 of 863 schools in MS
Harrison Co Child Development Cen
School · HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST
P. O. DRAWER J, Gulfport, MS 39502
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
15 – 15
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
15 – 15
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#655 of 863
In Gulfport
#19 of 22
public schools
In district
#19 of 22
HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Harrison Co Child Development Cen
Harrison Co Child Development Cen is a public school in Gulfport, MS, part of HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST. Harrison Co Child Development Cen serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 15-15, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrison Co Child Development Cen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #655 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Harrison Co Child Development Cen show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Harrison Co Child Development Cen 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.
Test scores at Harrison Co Child Development Cen 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.
At 4.9:1 students to teachers, Harrison Co Child Development Cen sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Harrison Co Child Development Cen — Students at Harrison Co Child Development Cen score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 15 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: 8.9/10.
How Harrison Co Child Development Cen Compares
See how Harrison Co Child Development Cen performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P. O. DRAWER J, Gulfport, MS 39502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harrison Co Child Development Cen may also want to explore other schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ANNISTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| GULF OAKS THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Biloxi | 3.1 mi | — |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Gulfport | 5.0 mi | 6.9 |
| HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 5.2 mi | 8.3 |
| POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Biloxi | 5.5 mi | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harrison Co Child Development Cen
What grades does Harrison Co Child Development Cen serve?
Harrison Co Child Development Cen serves students in grades 15 through 15.
How many students attend Harrison Co Child Development Cen?
Harrison Co Child Development Cen has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrison Co Child Development Cen?
The student-teacher ratio at Harrison Co Child Development Cen is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harrison Co Child Development Cen rank in MS?
Harrison Co Child Development Cen ranks #655 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Harrison Co Child Development Cen's MySchoolScout rating?
Harrison Co Child Development Cen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Harrison Co Child Development Cen?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrison Co Child Development Cen has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
Is Harrison Co Child Development Cen a charter school?
No, Harrison Co Child Development Cen is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harrison Co Child Development Cen a Title I school?
No, Harrison Co Child Development Cen is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harrison Co Child Development Cen?
74.4% of students at Harrison Co Child Development Cen 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
- 15 – 15
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (228) 863-0583
Resources & Links
District
HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 14,299
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,305
- District Rank
- #19 of 22
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