For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 735 students in 38852, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38852, MS are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 38852 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38852, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38852, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
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 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38852, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38852, MS include Iuka Elementary School and Iuka Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38852?
2 public elementary schools are located in 38852.
What is the racial composition of students in 38852?
38852 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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