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#91 of 131 private schools in MS
Main Street Station
Elementary School
105 VALLEY DR, Petal, MS 39465
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#91 of 131
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Main Street Station
Elementary School in Petal · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Main Street Station
Main Street Station is a private elementary school in Petal, MS. Main Street Station serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Street Station has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Main Street Station 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.
Main Street Station is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Main Street Station compares to the 6 public schools in Petal, MS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Petal
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Main Street Station (this school) | 5.7 |
| PETAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| PETAL PRIMARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| PETAL HIGH SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| PETAL ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| RUNNELSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MS.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MS
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
105 VALLEY DR, Petal, MS 39465
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Street Station may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER (rated 8.6/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Petal, see our Petal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PETAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Petal | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Petal | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PETAL PRIMARY SCHOOL Petal | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| PETAL HIGH SCHOOL Petal | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PETAL ELEMENTARY Petal | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HATTIESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.4 mi | 8.9 |
| HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 4.8 mi | 8.7 |
| N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.9 mi | 6.7 |
| HAWKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.8 mi | 7.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.8 mi | 8.8 |
| EARL TRAVILLION ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 5.5 mi | 6.6 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 5.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.1 mi | 4.3 |
| THAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
| NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 6.2 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTH FORREST HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 5.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39465 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,785
Median Home Value
$166,300
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
23,122
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
37.5
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|---|---|
| HAPPY START LEARNING ACADEMY Macon, MS | 5.8 |
| IDA B. WELLS APAC SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 5.8 |
| LBFH CHILDCARE CENTER AND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson, MS | 6.0 |
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oxford, MS | 6.1 |
| MOTHER GOOSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 5.3 |
| NEW VINEYARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER Jackson, MS | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Street Station
What grades does Main Street Station serve?
Main Street Station serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Main Street Station?
Main Street Station has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street Station?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Street Station is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Main Street Station rank in MS?
Main Street Station ranks #91 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Main Street Station's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Street Station has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Main Street Station a private school?
Yes, Main Street Station is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Main Street Station a religious school?
No, Main Street Station is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 255 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Forrest County
- Phone
- (601) 466-0819
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