For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 221 students in 38862, MS.
The top ranked public school in 38862, MS is Plantersville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38862 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38862, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38862, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plantersville Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2657 Main St.
Plantersville, MS 38862
(662) 842-4690
Plantersville, MS 38862
(662) 842-4690
Gr: 5-8 | 221 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38862, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38862, MS include Plantersville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38862?
1 public schools are located in 38862.
What is the racial composition of students in 38862?
38862 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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