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East Central Middle School

Public | 6-8 & ungraded | 661 students

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Posted April 20, 2010

the teachers are great. they always help my grandson, who has add. they are very patient with him. they have a very high accreditation. you just cant find any better.


Posted August 19, 2009

I was a student at ECMS in the 08-09 school year. The school did nothing but amaze me, everything was great. I've entered high school, and it's just not the same. ECMS is a great school. Best around here, by far. I loved the whole staff, even though I was a trouble maker.. I've put those days aside, and now it's less fun at school. ECMS would still make your school day enjoyable, but the high school doesn't.. I love everyone at ECMS and always will. Thank you Mr. Fletcher and Mrs. Deadman for putting up with me, I miss you both greatly. ECMS for life <3
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 1, 2007

I went here and now my son as well and just as then I find the school to be one of the very best to send a child to.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 27, 2005

I think that ECMS is a very fine school. The staff are very kind (with a few exceptions) and very knowledgable. My children have done much better in academics since we moved here three years ago. I do feel there is not enough emphasis on art, music, while too much is placed on school uniform policy enforcement, and sports. The plevel of parent involvement is great, and highly encouraged, unlike some districts. I have recently told my husband who was thinking of moving the family elsewhere that we'll have to find a home in the school district, because I can think of no other place in the state I'd like for the children to attend school. One last thing, I was diappointed that we got a new principal without notice. I found out by seeing him enter Coach Long's office and sit down at the desk.
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Posted April 14, 2004

I graduated from East Central Schools! I think they are great! Both of my children attend and are great students!
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 53% in 2010.

228 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
56%
Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2010.

226 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
56%

2009

 
 
60%

2008

 
 
66%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Mississippi used the Mississippi Curriculum Test (MCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts and math. The MCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Mississippi. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Mississippi's state standards

Source: Mississippi Department of Education

Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 52% in 2010.

237 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
56%

2009

 
 
53%

2008

 
 
57%
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2010.

237 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
59%

2008

 
 
70%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Mississippi used the Mississippi Curriculum Test (MCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts and math. The MCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Mississippi. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Mississippi's state standards

Source: Mississippi Department of Education

Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 46% in 2010.

197 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
46%

2009

 
 
59%

2008

 
 
62%
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2010.

196 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
70%

2008

 
 
68%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Mississippi used the Mississippi Curriculum Test (MCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts and math. The MCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Mississippi. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Mississippi's state standards

Source: Mississippi Department of Education

Science

The state average for Science was 43% in 2010.

189 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
64%

2008

 
 
61%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Mississippi used the Mississippi Science Test (MST) to test students in grades 5 and 8 in science. The MST is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Mississippi. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Mississippi's state standards

Source: Mississippi Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 80% in 2010.

23 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
100%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Mississippi used the Subject Assessment Testing Program (SATP) to test students in English II, writing, algebra I, biology I and U.S. history at the completion of each course. Students must pass all parts of the SATP in order to graduate from high school. The SATP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Mississippi. The goal is for all students to pass the test.

See Mississippi's state standards

Source: Mississippi Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 94% 46%
Black 5% 50%
Hispanic 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian 0% 1%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 45%N/A68%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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5404 Hurleywade Rd
Moss Point, MS 39562
Phone: (228) 588-7009

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