Best 38801 Mississippi Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,123 students in 38801, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 38801, MS is Tupelo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38801 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38801, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38801 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tupelo High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best 38801, MS Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tupelo High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4125 Golden Wave Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8970
Gr: 9-12 | 2,123 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Alternative School
Alternative School
903 Fillmore Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Lee Co Voc Tech School
Vocational School
4125 Golden Wave Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8990
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38801, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38801, MS include Tupelo High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38801?
3 public high schools are located in 38801.
What is the racial composition of students in 38801?
38801 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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