For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 527 students in 38868, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 38868, MS is Shannon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 38868 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38868, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38868 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shannon High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38868, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shannon High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
218 Cherry St.
Shannon, MS 38868
(662) 767-9566
Shannon, MS 38868
(662) 767-9566
Gr: 9-13 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38868, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38868, MS include Shannon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38868?
1 public high schools are located in 38868.
What is the racial composition of students in 38868?
38868 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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