For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 664 students in 38916, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38916, MS are Calhoun City Elementary School and Calhoun City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38916 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38916, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38916, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calhoun City Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
506 East Seamans, Po Drawer H
Calhoun City, MS 38916
(662) 628-5111
Calhoun City, MS 38916
(662) 628-5111
Grades: PK-4
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Calhoun City High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 North Beadle
Calhoun City, MS 38916
(662) 628-5112
Calhoun City, MS 38916
(662) 628-5112
Grades: 5-12
| 404 students
38916, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
207 North Jackson
Calhoun City, MS 38916
(662) 628-1890
Calhoun City, MS 38916
(662) 628-1890
Grades: 5-8
| 261 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38916, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38916, MS include Calhoun City Elementary School and Calhoun City High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38916?
2 public elementary schools are located in 38916.
What is the racial composition of students in 38916?
38916 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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