For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,407 students in Byram, MS.
The top ranked public elementary school in Byram, MS is Gary Road Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Byram, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Byram have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Byram, MS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gary Road Intermediate School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7255 Gary Road
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 372-8150
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 372-8150
Grades: 3-5
| 758 students
Rank: n/an/a
7241 Gary Road
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 373-1319
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 373-1319
Grades: PK-2
| 649 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Byram, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Byram, MS include Gary Road Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Byram, MS?
2 public elementary schools are located in Byram, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in Byram, MS?
Byram, MS public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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