Best 38618 Mississippi Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 507 students in 38618, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 38618, MS is Independence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38618 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38618, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38618 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Independence High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best 38618, MS Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3184 Hwy 305
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 233-4691
Gr: 7-12 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
Senatobia-tate Career Technical Center
Vocational School
165 West Central Avenue
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5142
Gr: 10-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38618, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38618, MS include Independence High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38618?
2 public high schools are located in 38618.
What is the racial composition of students in 38618?
38618 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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