For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 751 students in Bruce, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in Bruce, MS are Bruce High School and Bruce Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bruce, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Bruce have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bruce, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bruce High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
430 East Countiss Street
Bruce, MS 38915
(662) 983-3350
Bruce, MS 38915
(662) 983-3350
Gr: 5-12 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Bruce Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
136 South Mcsweyn
Bruce, MS 38915
(662) 983-3373
Bruce, MS 38915
(662) 983-3373
Gr: PK-4 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bruce, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Bruce, MS include Bruce High School and Bruce Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bruce?
2 public schools are located in Bruce.
What is the racial composition of students in Bruce?
Bruce public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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