Very Good
#247 of 863 schools in MS
Top 29% in state
Utica Elem. / Middle School
Elementary School · HINDS CO SCHOOL DIST
P O Box 329, Utica, MS 39175
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#247 of 863
In district
#1 of 7
HINDS CO SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Utica Elem. / Middle School
Elementary School in Utica · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Utica Elem. / Middle School
Utica Elem. / Middle School is a public elementary school in Utica, MS, part of HINDS CO SCHOOL DIST. Utica Elem. / Middle School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Utica Elem. / Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Utica Elem. / Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Utica Elem. / Middle School 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.
33% of students at Utica Elem. / Middle School 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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Utica Elem. / Middle School — Students at Utica Elem. / Middle School score 43% 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 42 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: 8.6/10.
How Utica Elem. / Middle School Compares
See how Utica Elem. / Middle School 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
P O Box 329, Utica, MS 39175
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Utica Elem. / Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Vicksburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Vicksburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BOLTON-EDWARDS ELEM./MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Bolton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Utica, see our Utica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REBUL ACADEMY Learned | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| WILLIAMS SCHOOL Raymond | 10.5 mi | — |
| RAYMOND HIGH SCHOOL Raymond | 14.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg | 15.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL HINDS ACADEMY Raymond | 16.2 mi | 4.6 |
| BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg | 18.8 mi | 9.2 |
| BOLTON-EDWARDS ELEM./MIDDLE SCHOOL Bolton | 19.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Crystal Springs | 17.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Crystal Springs | 17.6 mi | 3.8 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Crystal Springs | 17.6 mi | 5.5 |
| COPIAH EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Gallman | 18.3 mi | 4.8 |
| WARREN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg | 19.8 mi | 4.3 |
| BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg | 19.8 mi | 8.3 |
| TERRY HIGH SCHOOL Terry | 18.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BYRAM MIDDLE SCHOOL Terry | 18.9 mi | 4.0 |
| DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY Vicksburg | 19.9 mi | 2.3 |
| VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg | 20.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PORTERS CHAPEL ACADEMY Vicksburg | 20.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GARY ROAD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Byram | 19.6 mi | 5.5 |
| GARY ROAD ELEMENTARY Jackson | 19.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39175 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,425
Median Home Value
$97,900
Median Rent
$1,060/mo
Population
4,079
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
85.4%
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 7.4 |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS | 7.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bay St. Louis, MS | 7.4 |
| LYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale, MS | 7.4 |
| MARIETTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marietta, MS | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Diberville, MS | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Utica Elem. / Middle School
What grades does Utica Elem. / Middle School serve?
Utica Elem. / Middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Utica Elem. / Middle School?
Utica Elem. / Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Utica Elem. / Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Utica Elem. / Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Utica Elem. / Middle School rank in MS?
Utica Elem. / Middle School ranks #247 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Utica Elem. / Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Utica Elem. / Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Utica Elem. / Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Utica Elem. / Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Utica Elem. / Middle School a charter school?
No, Utica Elem. / Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Utica Elem. / Middle School a Title I school?
No, Utica Elem. / Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Utica Elem. / Middle School?
100.0% of students at Utica Elem. / 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Hinds County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (601) 885-8765
Resources & Links
District
HINDS CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 4,972
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,422
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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