For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 620 students in Bassfield, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in Bassfield, MS are Jefferson Davis County High School and Carver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bassfield, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Bassfield have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bassfield, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Davis County High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
891 Bass Burkett Rd
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5391
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5391
Gr: 9-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
381 Williamsburg Road, P. O. B
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5151
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5151
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bassfield, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Bassfield, MS include Jefferson Davis County High School and Carver Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bassfield?
2 public schools are located in Bassfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Bassfield?
Bassfield public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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