For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,482 students in Pontotoc, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Pontotoc, MS are Dt Cox Elementary School, South Pontotoc Elementary School and South Pontotoc Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pontotoc, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Pontotoc have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Pontotoc, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dt Cox Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
304 Clark Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-2454
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-2454
Gr: 3-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
South Pontotoc Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5925
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5925
Gr: K-5 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
South Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-3476
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-3476
Gr: 6-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
135 Education Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-6056
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-6056
Gr: 5-6 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Co Alternative Program
Alternative School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
145 Fred Dowdy Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4973
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4973
Gr: PK-2 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Pontotoc, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Pontotoc, MS include Dt Cox Elementary School, South Pontotoc Elementary School and South Pontotoc Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Pontotoc?
6 public elementary schools are located in Pontotoc.
What is the racial composition of students in Pontotoc?
Pontotoc public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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