For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 301 students in 38737, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 231 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 38737, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38737, MS are A.w. James Elementary School and Drew Hunter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38737 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38737, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38737, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A.w. James Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 South Blvd
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Drew Hunter Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10 Swoope Road
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8940
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8940
Gr: 6-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
38737, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38737, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38737, MS include A.w. James Elementary School and Drew Hunter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38737?
2 public schools are located in 38737.
What percentage of students in 38737 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 38737 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38737?
38737 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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