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Best Daycare Centers in Starkville, MS

Compare 13 daycare centers in Starkville. Average rating: 4.82/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Starkville, Mississippi at a glance

Daycares
13
Avg rating
4.82/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Starkville offers 13 licensed daycares, 6 of which have public ratings averaging 4.82/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 39759 zip code, averaging 4.82 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Starkville

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    First Baptist Church Of Longview Child Development Ctr.
    4.55 score
    4.9(8)

    976 Longview Rd, Starkville, MS · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating across all submissions. However, reviewers appear to be evaluating the church facility itself rather than the child development center specifically. Comments focus on the welcoming church community, pastor, and worship experience.

    Friendly and welcoming environmentstrong church communitysupportive pastoral leadership

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Starkville

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Starkville, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
8 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.95avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Starkville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3975913
4.82
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Starkville (34–232 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Starkville based on parent reviews

First Baptist Church Of Longview Child Development Ctr.

4.9(8)

976 Longview Rd, Starkville, MS

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating across all submissions. However, reviewers appear to be evaluating the church facility itself rather than the child development center specifically. Comments focus on the welcoming church community, pastor, and worship experience.

Friendly and welcoming environmentstrong church communitysupportive pastoral leadership

Emerson Family School

5(2)

1504 Louisville St, Starkville, MS

One parent recalls a positive experience from two decades ago, noting that teachers and friends were enjoyable. Another reviewer highlights that the staff are wonderful with children.

great time with teachers and friendswonderful staff

Smiles Learning Center

5(1)

128 Old West Point Rd, Starkville, MS

One parent highlights the staff's kindness and emphasizes the center's accessibility, noting that teachers are always available to answer questions or provide updates. The reviewer appreciates the proactive communication regarding any incidents that occur.

friendly teachersunrestricted phone access for parentsresponsive to inquiries

Oktibbeha County Head Start Center

4(2)

1617 Old Highway 25 South, Starkville, MS

One parent highlights the welcoming atmosphere and streamlined enrollment process, noting that the center provides valuable family resources, while another parent reports a serious allegation of physical abuse by a staff member. The contrasting feedback reflects both the perceived safety and support of the program alongside specific concerns regarding staff conduct.

kind staffsafe environmenteasy application

Mighty Oaks Child Development Center

5

732 Whitfield St, Starkville, MS

First Presbyterian Church Child Care INC.

5

307 University Dr, Starkville, MS

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Daycare types in Starkville

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Starkville, Mississippi

There are 13 daycare centers in Starkville, Mississippi. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Starkville have an average rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Starkville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Starkville

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Smiles Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff's kindness and emphasizes the center's accessibility, noting that teachers are always available to answer questions or provide updates. The reviewer appreciates the proactive communication regarding any incidents that occur.

friendly teachersunrestricted phone access for parentsresponsive to inquiries
Address
128 Old West Point Rd, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 324-5940
Mighty Oaks Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
732 Whitfield St, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 617-8303
First Presbyterian Church Child Care INC.
Church Daycare
5
Address
307 University Dr, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 324-0726
Emerson Family School
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent recalls a positive experience from two decades ago, noting that teachers and friends were enjoyable. Another reviewer highlights that the staff are wonderful with children.

great time with teachers and friendswonderful staff
Address
1504 Louisville St, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 324-4155
First Baptist Church Of Longview Child Development Ctr.
Church Daycare
4.9

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating across all submissions. However, reviewers appear to be evaluating the church facility itself rather than the child development center specifically. Comments focus on the welcoming church community, pastor, and worship experience.

Friendly and welcoming environmentstrong church communitysupportive pastoral leadership
Address
976 Longview Rd, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 324-6191
Oktibbeha County Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4

One parent highlights the welcoming atmosphere and streamlined enrollment process, noting that the center provides valuable family resources, while another parent reports a serious allegation of physical abuse by a staff member. The contrasting feedback reflects both the perceived safety and support of the program alongside specific concerns regarding staff conduct.

kind staffsafe environmenteasy application
Address
1617 Old Highway 25 South, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 324-1508
Creative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
106 E Lampkin St, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 323-0111
Brickfire Project Youth Dev.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
143 Westside Dr, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 617-8125
After School Program Wpr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
221 M L King Jr Dr W, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 312-1812
Perkins Lil Treasures
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
507b Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr W, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 617-8155
Starkville Fumc Weekday Ministries
Church Daycare
Address
200 W Lampkin St, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 323-7382
Tribes Little Treasures
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
730 Whitfield St, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 617-8275
Brickfire Project Day Care # 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
300 Peoples St, Starkville, MS
Phone
(662) 323-5321

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Frequently asked questions

There are 13 all daycares in Starkville, Mississippi. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Starkville have an average Google rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Starkville, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Mississippi's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Mississippi)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Starkville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Mississippi typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Starkville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Starkville must be licensed by Mississippi's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.