For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,172 students in 38606, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 38606, MS is South Panola High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 38606 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38606, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38606 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Panola High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 38606, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Panola High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 Tiger Drive
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-4756
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-4756
Gr: 9-12 | 1,172 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
38606, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Panola Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
507 Tiger Dr
Batesville, MS 38606
(601) 563-9666
Batesville, MS 38606
(601) 563-9666
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38606, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 38606, MS include South Panola High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38606?
1 public high schools are located in 38606.
What is the racial composition of students in 38606?
38606 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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