For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 671 students in 38756, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38756, MS are Leland High School, Edna M Scott Elementary School and Leland School Park. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38756 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38756, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38756, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leland High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
402 E. Third Street
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5020
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5020
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Edna M Scott Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
404 E Third Street
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5013
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5013
Gr: 1-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Leland School Park
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Milam Street
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5017
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5017
Gr: 6-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Leland Career & Technical Center
Vocational School
404 South Deer Creek Drive
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5025
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5025
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38756, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38756, MS include Leland High School, Edna M Scott Elementary School and Leland School Park.
How many public schools are located in 38756?
4 public schools are located in 38756.
What is the racial composition of students in 38756?
38756 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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