For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,895 students in 38632, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 99 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 38632, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 38632, MS are Hernando High School, Hernando Hills Elementary School and Hernando Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38632 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38632, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hernando High School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
805 Dilworth Lane
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4170
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4170
Grades: 9-12
| 1,482 students
Rank: #22.
Hernando Hills Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
570 Mcingvale Road
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-9117
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-9117
Grades: 2-3
| 750 students
Rank: #33.
Hernando Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
700 Dilworth Lane
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4154
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4154
Grades: 6-8
| 1,147 students
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove Central Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
893 Oak Grove Road
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4180
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4180
Grades: 4-5
| 767 students
Rank: #55.
Lewisburg Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2605 Hwy. 305 South
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 892-5050
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 892-5050
Grades: 6-8
| 1,005 students
Rank: n/an/a
Desoto County Alternative Center
Alternative School
2690 Magnolia Street
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-5597
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-5597
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
455 Riley Street
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4160
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4160
Grades: K-1
| 744 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38632, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38632, MS include Hernando High School, Hernando Hills Elementary School and Hernando Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38632?
7 public schools are located in 38632.
What percentage of students in 38632 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 38632 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38632?
38632 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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