For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,279 students in 38635, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38635, MS are Galena Elementary School (K-7), H. W. Byers Elementary (K-4) and H. W. Byers High School (5-12). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38635 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38635, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38635, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galena Elementary School (K-7)
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4202 Hwy 4 West
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 564-2229
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 564-2229
Gr: K-7 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
H. W. Byers Elementary (K-4)
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4178 Highway 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Gr: K-4 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
H. W. Byers High School (5-12)
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4178 Hwy 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7871
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7871
Gr: 5-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Holly Springs Intermediate School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
655 South Maury
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-2329
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-2329
Gr: 4-6 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Holly Springs Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
405 South Maury Street
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-1768
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-1768
Gr: PK-3 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
38635, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4178 Highway 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Gr: 6-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Holly Springs Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
325 East Falconer Ave
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7734
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7734
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38635, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38635, MS include Galena Elementary School (K-7), H. W. Byers Elementary (K-4) and H. W. Byers High School (5-12).
How many public elementary schools are located in 38635?
5 public elementary schools are located in 38635.
What is the racial composition of students in 38635?
38635 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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