For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,692 students in 38663, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38663, MS are Ripley Elementary School, Pine Grove High School and Ripley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38663 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38663, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38663, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ripley Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
702 W Terry Street
Ripley, MS 38663
(662) 837-7203
Ripley, MS 38663
(662) 837-7203
Gr: K-4 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Pine Grove High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3510a Cr 600
Ripley, MS 38663
(662) 837-7789
Ripley, MS 38663
(662) 837-7789
Gr: PK-12 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Ripley Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
718 S. Clayton Street
Ripley, MS 38663
(662) 837-7959
Ripley, MS 38663
(662) 837-7959
Gr: 5-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38663, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38663, MS include Ripley Elementary School, Pine Grove High School and Ripley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38663?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38663.
What is the racial composition of students in 38663?
38663 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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