For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 555 students in 38762, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38762, MS are I. T. Montgomery Elementary School and Northside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools 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 59% (majority Black).
Best 38762, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
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
Gr: PK-6 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Northside High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1305 Martin Luther King Drive
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 398-2372
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 398-2372
Gr: 7-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
38762, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
204 Edwards Street
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 345-3295
Mound Bayou, MS 38762
(662) 345-3295
Gr: 7-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 and Northside High School.
How many public schools are located in 38762?
2 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 59% (majority Black).
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