For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,501 students in 38654, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38654, MS are Center Hill Middle School and Olive Branch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38654 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38654, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38654, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Center Hill Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8756 Forest Hill Irene
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 892-6800
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 892-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Olive Branch Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6530 S. Blocker Street
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 895-4610
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 895-4610
Gr: 6-8 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38654, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38654, MS include Center Hill Middle School and Olive Branch Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38654?
2 public middle schools are located in 38654.
What is the racial composition of students in 38654?
38654 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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