For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 507 students in 38618, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38618, MS is Independence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 38618 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38618, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38618, MS Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3184 Hwy 305
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 233-4691
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 233-4691
Gr: 7-12 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
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 middle schools in 38618, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38618, MS include Independence High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38618?
1 public middle schools are located in 38618.
What is the racial composition of students in 38618?
38618 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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