For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,253 students in 38821, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38821, MS are Hatley School and Amory Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38821 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38821, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38821, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hatley School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
60286 Hatley Road
Amory, MS 38821
(662) 256-8808
Amory, MS 38821
(662) 256-8808
Gr: K-12 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Amory Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 2nd Avenue North
Amory, MS 38821
(662) 256-5658
Amory, MS 38821
(662) 256-5658
Gr: 6-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
38821, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
52251 Hwy 25 South
Amory, MS 38821
(662) 256-2495
Amory, MS 38821
(662) 256-2495
Gr: K-6 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38821, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38821, MS include Hatley School and Amory Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38821?
2 public middle schools are located in 38821.
What is the racial composition of students in 38821?
38821 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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