Very Good
#211 of 863 schools in MS
Top 24% in state
Williams-sullivan Middle School
Middle School · HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD
14494 Highway 51, Durant, MS 39063
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#211 of 863
In Durant
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Williams-sullivan Middle School
Middle School in Durant · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Williams-sullivan Middle School
Williams-sullivan Middle School is a public middle school in Durant, MS, part of HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD. Williams-sullivan Middle School serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Williams-sullivan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #211 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Williams-sullivan Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Williams-sullivan 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.
Williams-sullivan 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.
Score Breakdown
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Williams-sullivan Middle School — Students at Williams-sullivan Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below 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 17 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Williams-sullivan Middle School Compares
See how Williams-sullivan 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
14494 Highway 51, Durant, MS 39063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williams-sullivan Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. S V MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Lexington), with a very similar rating. Another option is KOSCIUSKO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Kosciusko), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Canton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Durant, see our Durant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DURANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Durant | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| LONG CREEK ATTENDANCE CENTER Sallis | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| GOODMAN PICKENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Goodman | 10.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WILLIAM DEAN JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 10.4 mi | 7.1 |
| MCADAMS ATTENDANCE CENTER Sallis | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTRAL HOLMES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington | 10.8 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLMES COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Lexington | 11.6 mi | 6.7 |
| KOSCIUSKO MIDDLE Kosciusko | 15.5 mi | 5.2 |
| KOSCIUSKO UPPER ELEM Kosciusko | 15.9 mi | 5.2 |
| KOSCIUSKO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Kosciusko | 16.0 mi | 6.7 |
| KOSCIUSKO LOWER ELEM Kosciusko | 16.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Kosciusko | 16.5 mi | 4.7 |
| VELMA JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL Camden | 20.0 mi | 6.6 |
| KOSCIUSKO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Kosciusko | 16.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CAMDEN ELEMENTARY Camden | 22.8 mi | 9.2 |
| S V MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 19.9 mi | 8.0 |
| S V MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Lexington | 19.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 24.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LINWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vaughan | 25.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ETHEL ATTENDANCE CENTER Ethel | 23.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,700
Median Home Value
$59,600
Median Rent
$493/mo
Population
2,653
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
63.4%
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Pontotoc Middle School Ecru, MS | 7.5 |
| UNION MIDDLE SCHOOL Union, MS | 7.5 |
| BELLE SHIVERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Aberdeen, MS | 7.4 |
| KEMPER COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Dekalb, MS | 7.4 |
| PERRY CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL New Augusta, MS | 7.3 |
| Choctaw Central Middle School Choctaw, MS | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williams-sullivan Middle School
What grades does Williams-sullivan Middle School serve?
Williams-sullivan Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Williams-sullivan Middle School?
Williams-sullivan Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williams-sullivan Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Williams-sullivan Middle School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williams-sullivan Middle School rank in MS?
Williams-sullivan Middle School ranks #211 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Williams-sullivan Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Williams-sullivan 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 Williams-sullivan Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williams-sullivan Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Williams-sullivan Middle School a charter school?
No, Williams-sullivan Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williams-sullivan Middle School a Title I school?
No, Williams-sullivan Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williams-sullivan Middle School?
100.0% of students at Williams-sullivan 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Holmes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (662) 653-6262
Resources & Links
District
HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD- District Enrollment
- 2,386
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,056
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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