Best 38658 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 549 students in 38658, MS.
The top-ranked public school in 38658, MS is Pope School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38658 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38658, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 38658, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pope School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1110 Main Street, P.o. Box 59
Pope, MS 38658
(662) 563-3732
Gr: PK-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 38658, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38658, MS include Pope School.
How many public schools are located in 38658?
1 public schools are located in 38658.
What is the racial composition of students in 38658?
38658 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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