Best 38737 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 301 students in 38737, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 149 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 38737, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 38737, MS are A.w. James Elementary School and Drew Hunter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 38737 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38737, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.

Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).