For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 747 students in Pelahatchie, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 766 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in Pelahatchie, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Pelahatchie, MS are Pelahatchie Elementary School and Pelahatchie Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pelahatchie, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Pelahatchie have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pelahatchie, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pelahatchie Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
213-b Brooks Street
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-8060
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-8060
Grades: PK-6
| 399 students
Rank: #22.
Pelahatchie Attendance Center
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
213 Brooks Street
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-8135
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-8135
Grades: 7-12
| 348 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pelahatchie, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Pelahatchie, MS include Pelahatchie Elementary School and Pelahatchie Attendance Center.
How many public schools are located in Pelahatchie?
2 public schools are located in Pelahatchie.
What percentage of students in Pelahatchie go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in Pelahatchie are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pelahatchie?
Pelahatchie public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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