For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,314 students in Hurley, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in Hurley, MS are East Central High School and East Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hurley, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Hurley have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hurley, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Central High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
21700 Slider Road
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3120
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3120
Gr: 9-13 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
East Central Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21725 Slider Road, Po Box 13 H
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3170
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3170
Gr: 6-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hurley, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Hurley, MS include East Central High School and East Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hurley?
2 public schools are located in Hurley.
What is the racial composition of students in Hurley?
Hurley public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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