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#59 of 863 schools in MS

Top 7% in state

Overstreet Elementary

Middle School · STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST

307 South Jackson Street, Starkville, MS 39759

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

5th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#59 of 863

In Starkville

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Overstreet Elementary

8.5/10

Middle School in Starkville · grades 5th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Overstreet Elementary

Overstreet Elementary is a public middle school in Starkville, MS, part of STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST. Overstreet Elementary serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 5th-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Overstreet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Overstreet Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • MS avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.36 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.8% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.4% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,106
Chronic Absenteeism14%

Overstreet Elementary — Students at Overstreet Elementary score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.3% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
48.1% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
55.9% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 17 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
50.8%
ELA
55.4%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Overstreet Elementary Compares

See how Overstreet Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in MS
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

307 South Jackson Street, Starkville, MS 39759

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Overstreet Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FIFTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby West Point), with a comparable rating. Another option is SOCSD/MSU PARTNERSHIP MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ARMSTRONG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Starkville, see our Starkville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HENDERSON/WARD-STEWART ELEMENTARY Starkville 0.7 mi 7.7
ARMSTRONG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Starkville 0.7 mi 5.6
STARKVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Starkville 0.8 mi 6.2
SUDDUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starkville 1.0 mi 6.7
SOCSD/MSU PARTNERSHIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Starkville 1.5 mi 7.5
HEBRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pheba 12.1 mi 5.9
SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point 12.9 mi 7.4
CHURCH HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point 12.9 mi 6.8
TECH GENERATION LEARNING CENTER West Point 13.6 mi 4.7
WEST POINT HIGH SCHOOL West Point 13.9 mi 5.8
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point 14.1 mi 7.9
FIFTH STREET SCHOOL West Point 14.4 mi 7.8
OAK HILL ACADEMY West Point 15.0 mi 6.9
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sturgis 16.1 mi 8.1
WEST LOWNDES ELEMENTARY Columbus 16.8 mi 4.7
WEST CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluff 19.8 mi 8.7
WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 18.1 mi 4.8
EAST WEBSTER HIGH SCHOOL Maben 19.1 mi 4.3
EAST WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mathiston 18.9 mi 7.6
CHOCTAW COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Ackerman 22.8 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
OXFORD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Oxford, MS 8.5
CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Indianola, MS 8.3
HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg, MS 8.7
Bay Waveland Middle School Bay St. Louis, MS 8.2
ROBERT L MERRITT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Indianola, MS 8.0
BAILEY MIDDLE APAC SCHOOL Jackson, MS 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Overstreet Elementary

What grades does Overstreet Elementary serve?

Overstreet Elementary serves students in grades 5th through 5th.

How many students attend Overstreet Elementary?

Overstreet Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Overstreet Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Overstreet Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Overstreet Elementary rank in MS?

Overstreet Elementary ranks #59 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Overstreet Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Overstreet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Overstreet Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Overstreet Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Overstreet Elementary a charter school?

No, Overstreet Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Overstreet Elementary a Title I school?

No, Overstreet Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Overstreet Elementary?

66.1% of students at Overstreet Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Oktibbeha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

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