Best 38863 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,554 students in 38863, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38863, MS are Dt Cox Elementary School, South Pontotoc Elementary School and South Pontotoc Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38863 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38863, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 38863, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dt Cox Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
304 Clark Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-2454
Gr: 3-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
South Pontotoc Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5925
Gr: K-5 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
South Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-3476
Gr: 6-8 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
135 Education Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-6056
Gr: 5-6 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Pontotoc Jr High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
132 North Main Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-8360
Gr: 7-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Pontotoc High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
123 North Main Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1275
Gr: 9-13 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Co Alternative Program
Alternative School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
145 Fred Dowdy Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4973
Gr: PK-2 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Ridge Career & Tech. Cnt.
Vocational School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1826
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 38863, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38863, MS include Dt Cox Elementary School, South Pontotoc Elementary School and South Pontotoc Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38863?
9 public schools are located in 38863.
What is the racial composition of students in 38863?
38863 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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