For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 331 students in 38643, MS.
The top-ranked public school in 38643, MS is Quitman County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38643 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38643, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38643, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quitman County Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1018 10th Street, P. O. Box 17
Lambert, MS 38643
(662) 326-7186
Lambert, MS 38643
(662) 326-7186
Gr: PK-4 | 331 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38643, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38643, MS include Quitman County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38643?
1 public schools are located in 38643.
What is the racial composition of students in 38643?
38643 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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