Best 38851 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,740 students in 38851, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 38851, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).

The top-ranked public schools in 38851, MS are Houston High School, Houston Middle School and Houston Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 38851 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38851, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.

Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).