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#210 of 863 schools in MS

Top 24% in state

Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School

Middle School · STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST

11200 MS HWY 182, Starkville, MS 39759

Enrollment

692

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#210 of 863

In Starkville

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School

7.5/10

Middle School in Starkville · grades 6th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School

Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School is a public middle school in Starkville, MS, part of STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST. Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades 6th-7th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • MS avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+4.64 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,106
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School — Students at Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
41%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School Compares

See how Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
76th percentile in MS
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

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

11200 MS HWY 182, Starkville, MS 39759

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OVERSTREET ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FIFTH STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby West Point), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ARMSTRONG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Starkville, see our Starkville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.8 mi
School Distance Rating
OVERSTREET ELEMENTARY Starkville 1.5 mi 8.5
SUDDUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starkville 1.6 mi 6.7
HENDERSON/WARD-STEWART ELEMENTARY Starkville 1.9 mi 7.7
STARKVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Starkville 2.2 mi 6.2
ARMSTRONG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Starkville 2.2 mi 5.6
SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point 11.6 mi 7.4
CHURCH HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point 11.7 mi 6.8
TECH GENERATION LEARNING CENTER West Point 12.4 mi 4.7
HEBRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pheba 12.5 mi 5.9
WEST POINT HIGH SCHOOL West Point 12.6 mi 5.8
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Point 12.8 mi 7.9
FIFTH STREET SCHOOL West Point 13.2 mi 7.8
OAK HILL ACADEMY West Point 13.8 mi 6.9
WEST LOWNDES ELEMENTARY Columbus 15.4 mi 4.7
WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 16.6 mi 4.8
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sturgis 17.6 mi 8.1
WEST CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluff 20.1 mi 8.7
EAST WEBSTER HIGH SCHOOL Maben 20.1 mi 4.3
EAST WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mathiston 20.2 mi 7.6
FRANKLIN ACADEMY Columbus 20.8 mi 4.3

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

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School Rating
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OCEAN SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocean Springs, MS 7.5
BILOXI JUNIOR HIGH Biloxi, MS 7.6
EAST CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Hurley, MS 7.6
TRENT LOTT ACADEMY Pascagoula, MS 7.6
MILAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School

What grades does Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School serve?

Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 7th.

How many students attend Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School?

Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School rank in MS?

Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School ranks #210 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School a charter school?

No, Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School a Title I school?

No, Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School?

67.8% of students at Socsd/msu Partnership Middle School 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 7th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Oktibbeha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

District

STARKVILLE- OKTIBBEHA CONS DIST
District Enrollment
4,882
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,106
District Rank
#4 of 7

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