For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 692 students in 38849, MS.
The top ranked public school in 38849, MS is Guntown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38849 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38849, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38849, MS Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Guntown Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1539 Main St.
Guntown, MS 38849
(662) 348-8801
Guntown, MS 38849
(662) 348-8801
Gr: 6-8 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38849, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38849, MS include Guntown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38849?
1 public schools are located in 38849.
What is the racial composition of students in 38849?
38849 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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