For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 190 students in 38868, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38868, MS is Shannon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 38868 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38868, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38868, MS Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shannon Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
232 Cherry Street
Shannon, MS 38868
(662) 767-3986
Shannon, MS 38868
(662) 767-3986
Gr: 6-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38868, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38868, MS include Shannon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38868?
1 public middle schools are located in 38868.
What is the racial composition of students in 38868?
38868 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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