For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 686 students in 38618, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38618, MS are East Tate Elementary School and Coldwater Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38618 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38618, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38618, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Tate Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6832 East Tate Rd
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 562-4688
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 562-4688
Gr: K-6 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Coldwater Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
671 West Street
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Gr: K-6 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
38618, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
671 West St.
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Gr: K-12 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
671 West Street
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Gr: 7-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38618, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38618, MS include East Tate Elementary School and Coldwater Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38618?
2 public elementary schools are located in 38618.
What is the racial composition of students in 38618?
38618 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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