For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 811 students in Sarah, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in Sarah, MS are Strayhorn Elementary School and Strayhorn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sarah, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Sarah have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sarah, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Strayhorn Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3402 Highway 4 West
Sarah, MS 38665
(662) 562-8637
Sarah, MS 38665
(662) 562-8637
Gr: K-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Strayhorn High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
86 Mustang Dr.
Sarah, MS 38665
(662) 562-9246
Sarah, MS 38665
(662) 562-9246
Gr: 7-12 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sarah, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Sarah, MS include Strayhorn Elementary School and Strayhorn High School.
How many public schools are located in Sarah?
2 public schools are located in Sarah.
What is the racial composition of students in Sarah?
Sarah public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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