For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 540 students in Smithville, MS.
The top-ranked public school in Smithville, MS is Smithville School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithville, MS public school have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Smithville have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Smithville, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithville School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
60017 Hwy 23
Smithville, MS 38870
(662) 651-4276
Smithville, MS 38870
(662) 651-4276
Gr: K-12 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Smithville, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Smithville, MS include Smithville School.
How many public schools are located in Smithville?
1 public schools are located in Smithville.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithville?
Smithville public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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