For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,400 students in 38632, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38632, MS are Hernando Middle School, Hernando Hills Elementary School and Lewisburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38632 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38632, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38632, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hernando Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
700 Dilworth Lane
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4154
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4154
Gr: 6-8 | 1,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Hernando Hills Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
570 Old Mcingvale Road
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-9117
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-9117
Gr: 2-3 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Lewisburg Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2605 Highway 305 S
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 892-5050
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 892-5050
Gr: 6-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove Central Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
893 Oak Grove Road
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4180
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4180
Gr: 4-5 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Desoto County Alternative Center
Alternative School
2690 Magnolia Street
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-5597
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-5597
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
455 Riley Street
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4160
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4160
Gr: PK-1 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38632, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38632, MS include Hernando Middle School, Hernando Hills Elementary School and Lewisburg Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38632?
6 public elementary schools are located in 38632.
What is the racial composition of students in 38632?
38632 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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