For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 212 students in 38762, MS.
The top ranked public school in 38762, MS is I T Montgomery Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38762 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38762, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38762, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
I T Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
202 Martin L. King Drive
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 333-8952
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 333-8952
Grades: PK-6
| 212 students
38762, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
204 Edwards Street
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 345-3295
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 345-3295
Grades: 7-12
| 198 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38762, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38762, MS include I T Montgomery Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38762?
1 public schools are located in 38762.
What is the racial composition of students in 38762?
38762 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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