For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 708 students in Puckett, MS.
The top ranked public schools in Puckett, MS are Puckett Elementary School and Puckett Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Puckett, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Puckett have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Puckett, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Puckett Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6382 Hwy 18
Puckett, MS 39151
(601) 825-6140
Puckett, MS 39151
(601) 825-6140
Grades: PK-6
| 360 students
Rank: #22.
Puckett Attendance Center
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6382 Highway 18
Puckett, MS 39151
(601) 825-5742
Puckett, MS 39151
(601) 825-5742
Grades: 7-12
| 348 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Puckett, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Puckett, MS include Puckett Elementary School and Puckett Attendance Center.
How many public schools are located in Puckett?
2 public schools are located in Puckett.
What is the racial composition of students in Puckett?
Puckett public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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