For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 438 students in 38611, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38611, MS is Byhalia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 38611 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38611, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38611, MS Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Byhalia Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
172 Highway 309 North
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-2591
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-2591
Gr: 5-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38611, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38611, MS include Byhalia Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38611?
1 public middle schools are located in 38611.
What is the racial composition of students in 38611?
38611 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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