For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 739 students in 38824, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38824, MS are Baldwyn Elementary School and Baldwyn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38824 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38824, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38824, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baldwyn Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
515 Bender Circle
Baldwyn, MS 38824
(662) 365-1037
Baldwyn, MS 38824
(662) 365-1037
Gr: K-4 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Baldwyn High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
512 North Fourth Street
Baldwyn, MS 38824
(662) 365-1037
Baldwyn, MS 38824
(662) 365-1037
Gr: 5-12 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Baldwyn Career Advancement Center
Vocational School
120 Vandiver Street
Baldwyn, MS 38824
(662) 365-0062
Baldwyn, MS 38824
(662) 365-0062
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38824, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38824, MS include Baldwyn Elementary School and Baldwyn High School.
How many public schools are located in 38824?
3 public schools are located in 38824.
What is the racial composition of students in 38824?
38824 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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