Best 38862 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 241 students in 38862, MS.
The top-ranked public school in 38862, MS is Plantersville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38862 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38862, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 38862, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plantersville Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2657 Main St.
Plantersville, MS 38862
(662) 842-4690
Gr: 5-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 38862, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38862, MS include Plantersville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38862?
1 public schools are located in 38862.
What is the racial composition of students in 38862?
38862 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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