For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,113 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38606, MS Public High Schools (2026)
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 | 1,113 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
38606, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Panola Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
507 Tiger Drive
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-3706
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-3706
Gr: PK-6
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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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