For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,324 students in 38852, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38852, MS are Tishomingo Co. High School, Iuka Elementary School and Iuka Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38852 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38852, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38852, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tishomingo Co. High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 Hwy 72
Iuka, MS 38852
(662) 423-7300
Iuka, MS 38852
(662) 423-7300
Gr: 9-13 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Iuka Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Whitehouse Rd
Iuka, MS 38852
(662) 423-9290
Iuka, MS 38852
(662) 423-9290
Gr: K-4 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Iuka Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
507 West Quitman
Iuka, MS 38852
(662) 423-3316
Iuka, MS 38852
(662) 423-3316
Gr: 5-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38852, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38852, MS include Tishomingo Co. High School, Iuka Elementary School and Iuka Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38852?
3 public schools are located in 38852.
What is the racial composition of students in 38852?
38852 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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