Best 38801 Mississippi Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,070 students in 38801, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38801, MS is Tupelo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38801 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38801, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 38801, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tupelo Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1009 Varsity Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 840-8780
Gr: 7-8 | 1,070 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Alternative School
Alternative School
903 Fillmore Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Gr: 4-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38801, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38801, MS include Tupelo Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38801?
2 public middle schools are located in 38801.
What is the racial composition of students in 38801?
38801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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