For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 997 students in 38965, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38965, MS are Water Valley High School and Davidson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38965 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38965, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38965, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Water Valley High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
550 Markette Street
Water Valley, MS 38965
(662) 473-2468
Water Valley, MS 38965
(662) 473-2468
Gr: 7-12 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Davidson Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
207 Goode Street
Water Valley, MS 38965
(662) 473-1110
Water Valley, MS 38965
(662) 473-1110
Gr: PK-6 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38965, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38965, MS include Water Valley High School and Davidson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38965?
2 public schools are located in 38965.
What is the racial composition of students in 38965?
38965 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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