Excellent
#137 of 863 schools in MS
Top 16% in state
Houlka Attendance Center
School · CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST
P.O. Box 480, Houston, MS 38851
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#137 of 863
In Houston
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Houlka Attendance Center
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About Houlka Attendance Center
Houlka Attendance Center is a public school in Houston, MS, part of CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST. Houlka Attendance Center serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Houlka Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Houlka Attendance Center show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Houlka Attendance Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Houlka Attendance Center — Students at Houlka Attendance Center score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 20 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Houlka Attendance Center Compares
See how Houlka Attendance Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 480, Houston, MS 38851
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houlka Attendance Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOUSTON UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 9.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OKOLONA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Okolona), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OKOLONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Okolona), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON UPPER ELEMENTARY Houston | 9.4 mi | 8.7 |
| HOUSTON LOWER ELEMENTARY Houston | 9.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HOUSTON HIGH SCHOOL Houston | 10.2 mi | 7.5 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Houston | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| South Pontotoc High School Pontotoc | 13.4 mi | 4.6 |
| South Pontotoc Elementary School Pontotoc | 13.4 mi | 7.0 |
| South Pontotoc Middle School Pontotoc | 13.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PONTOTOC HIGH SCHOOL Pontotoc | 14.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PONTOTOC JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pontotoc | 14.9 mi | 5.0 |
| PONTOTOC MIDDLE SCHOOL Pontotoc | 14.9 mi | 5.3 |
| PONTOTOC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pontotoc | 14.9 mi | 6.7 |
| D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pontotoc | 15.3 mi | 7.5 |
| IVY GREENE ACADEMY Pontotoc | 15.8 mi | 6.1 |
| OKOLONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okolona | 15.0 mi | 8.1 |
| OKOLONA HIGH SCHOOL Okolona | 15.0 mi | 8.5 |
| OKOLONA MIDDLE SCHOOL Okolona | 15.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SHANNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shannon | 17.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SHANNON HIGH SCHOOL Shannon | 18.2 mi | 2.7 |
| SHANNON MIDDLE SCHOOL Shannon | 18.2 mi | 4.6 |
| TUPELO HIGH SCHOOL Tupelo | 19.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,508
Median Home Value
$119,300
Median Rent
$758/mo
Population
8,797
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JUMPERTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Booneville, MS | 8.1 |
| NANIH WAIYA ATTENDANCE CENTER Louisville, MS | 8.1 |
| WEST LINCOLN SCHOOL Brookhaven, MS | 7.9 |
| HICKORY FLAT ATTENDANCE CENTER Hickory Flat, MS | 8.2 |
| MOUNT OLIVE ATTENDANCE CENTER Mount Olive, MS | 7.8 |
| NOXAPATER ATTENDANCE CENTER Noxapater, MS | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houlka Attendance Center
What grades does Houlka Attendance Center serve?
Houlka Attendance Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Houlka Attendance Center?
Houlka Attendance Center has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houlka Attendance Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Houlka Attendance Center is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houlka Attendance Center rank in MS?
Houlka Attendance Center ranks #137 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Houlka Attendance Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Houlka Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Houlka Attendance Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houlka Attendance Center has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Houlka Attendance Center a charter school?
No, Houlka Attendance Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houlka Attendance Center a Title I school?
No, Houlka Attendance Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houlka Attendance Center?
78.6% of students at Houlka Attendance Center 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Chickasaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.8%
- Phone
- (662) 568-2772
Resources & Links
District
CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 2,198
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,195
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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