Below Average
#750 of 863 schools in MS
Scott Central Attendance Center
School · SCOTT CO SCHOOL DIST
2415 OLD JACKSON ROAD, Forest, MS 39074
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#750 of 863
In Forest
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
SCOTT CO SCHOOL DIST
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Scott Central Attendance Center
School in Forest · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Scott Central Attendance Center
Scott Central Attendance Center is a public school in Forest, MS, part of SCOTT CO SCHOOL DIST. Scott Central Attendance Center serves approximately 871 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Scott Central Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #750 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Scott Central Attendance Center show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Scott Central 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.
41% of students at Scott Central Attendance Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Scott Central Attendance Center — Students at Scott Central Attendance Center score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 44 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: 4.9/10.
How Scott Central Attendance Center Compares
See how Scott Central Attendance Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2415 OLD JACKSON ROAD, Forest, MS 39074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scott Central Attendance Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. SEBASTOPOL ATTENDANCE CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Sebastopol), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARTHAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Carthage), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forest, see our Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forest | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Forest | 5.9 mi | 4.2 |
| HAWKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Forest | 6.6 mi | 4.4 |
| LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake | 7.2 mi | 6.6 |
| LEAKE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Walnut Grove | 9.9 mi | 8.1 |
| LEAKE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut Grove | 11.3 mi | 7.7 |
| SEBASTOPOL ATTENDANCE CENTER Sebastopol | 11.1 mi | 6.8 |
| LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Lake | 11.2 mi | 5.5 |
| LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake | 11.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Conehatta Elementary School Conehatta | 11.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Morton | 12.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Morton | 12.7 mi | 4.0 |
| MORTON HIGH SCHOOL Morton | 12.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Standing Pine Elementary School Carthage | 15.5 mi | 8.2 |
| LEAKE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage | 19.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CARTHAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carthage | 19.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LEAKE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Carthage | 20.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LEAKE CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH Carthage | 20.2 mi | 7.5 |
| NEWTON HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 20.1 mi | 7.3 |
| NEWTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newton | 20.1 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,890
Median Home Value
$114,700
Median Rent
$795/mo
Population
14,423
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg, MS | 4.3 |
| TAYLORSVILLE ATTENDANCE CENTER Taylorsville, MS | 4.2 |
| BROOKHAVEN ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Brookhaven, MS | 4.7 |
| COPIAH EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Gallman, MS | 4.8 |
| NORTHPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Southaven, MS | 5.1 |
| MAGNOLIA HEIGHTS SCHOOL Senatobia, MS | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scott Central Attendance Center
What grades does Scott Central Attendance Center serve?
Scott Central Attendance Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Scott Central Attendance Center?
Scott Central Attendance Center has an enrollment of approximately 871 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scott Central Attendance Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Scott Central Attendance Center is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scott Central Attendance Center rank in MS?
Scott Central Attendance Center ranks #750 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Scott Central Attendance Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Scott Central Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Scott Central Attendance Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Scott Central Attendance Center has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Scott Central Attendance Center a charter school?
No, Scott Central Attendance Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scott Central Attendance Center a Title I school?
No, Scott Central Attendance Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scott Central Attendance Center?
100.0% of students at Scott Central 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
- 871
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (601) 469-4883
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
SCOTT CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 4,015
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,252
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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