For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,735 students in 38701, MS (there are 5 private schools, serving 545 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 38701, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38701, MS are Stern Elementary School, Akin Elementary School and Weddington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38701 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38701, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 38701, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stern Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
522 Mcallister Street
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 378-1821
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 378-1821
Gr: 1-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Akin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
361 Bowman Blvd
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7161
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7161
Gr: 1-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Weddington Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
668 Sampson Rd.
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-2863
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-2863
Gr: 1-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Greenville High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
419 East Robertshaw Street
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-2910
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-2910
Gr: 9-12 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
T.l. Weston Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Archer Street
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7080
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7080
Gr: 6-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #66.
Webb Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 South Harvey St.
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7146
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7146
Gr: K | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #77.
Coleman Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 N Martin Luther King Blvd
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7036
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7036
Gr: 6-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
Manning Restart Center
Alternative School
430 Dr. Martin Luther King Blv
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7180
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7180
Gr: 6-7
Rank: n/an/a
438 North Poplar Street
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-8801
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-8801
Gr: PK | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
38701, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Darling Achievement Center (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
242 South Broadway
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7141
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7141
Garrett Hall Alternative School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
415 North Theobald
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7126
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7126
Solomon Magnet School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
556 Bowman Blvd.
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7050
Greenville, MS 38701
(662) 334-7050
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38701, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38701, MS include Stern Elementary School, Akin Elementary School and Weddington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38701?
9 public schools are located in 38701.
What percentage of students in 38701 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 38701 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38701?
38701 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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