Best 38863 Mississippi Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 740 students in 38863, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38863, MS are South Pontotoc Middle School and Pontotoc Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38863 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38863, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 38863, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-3476
Gr: 6-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Pontotoc Jr High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
132 North Main Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-8360
Gr: 7-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Co Alternative Program
Alternative School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Gr: 5-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38863, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38863, MS include South Pontotoc Middle School and Pontotoc Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38863?
3 public middle schools are located in 38863.
What is the racial composition of students in 38863?
38863 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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