For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 547 students in 38748, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38748, MS are Simmons High School and Sanders Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38748 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38748, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 58% (majority Black).
Best 38748, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simmons High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 West Washington Street
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2228
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2228
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Sanders Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 West Washington Street
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2024
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2024
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
Hollandale Alternative Program
Alternative School
115 North Street
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2276
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2276
Gr: 1-12
Rank: n/an/a
501 West Washington St.
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2228
Hollandale, MS 38748
(662) 827-2228
Gr: 6-8 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38748, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38748, MS include Simmons High School and Sanders Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38748?
4 public schools are located in 38748.
What is the racial composition of students in 38748?
38748 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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