For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 11,155 students in Southaven, MS (there are 5 private schools, serving 3,021 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in Southaven, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Southaven, MS are Desoto Central Middle School, Desoto Central High School and Desoto Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Southaven, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Southaven have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Southaven, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto Central Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2611 Central Parkway
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6660
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6660
Gr: 6-8 | 1,388 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Desoto Central High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2911 Central Parkway
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 536-3612
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 536-3612
Gr: 9-13 | 2,000 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Desoto Central Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2411 Central Parkway
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6234
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6234
Gr: 3-5 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Southaven High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
735 Rasco Road
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 393-9300
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 393-9300
Gr: 9-13 | 1,875 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Southaven Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
175 Rasco Road E
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 253-0123
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 253-0123
Gr: 3-5 | 1,046 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Southaven Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8274 Claiborne Drive
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 342-2289
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 342-2289
Gr: PK-5 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Southaven Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
899 Rasco Road
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 280-0422
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 280-0422
Gr: 6-8 | 1,423 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
3210 Getwell Rd
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 912-1300
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 912-1300
Gr: PK-2 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Desoto Co. Career Center West
Vocational School
1005 Kuykendall Lane
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 393-6211
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 393-6211
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
730 Rasco Road E
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 342-2330
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 342-2330
Gr: PK-2 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
7985 Southaven Circle W
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 393-2919
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 393-2919
Gr: PK-2 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Southaven, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Southaven, MS include Desoto Central Middle School, Desoto Central High School and Desoto Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Southaven?
11 public schools are located in Southaven.
What percentage of students in Southaven go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in Southaven are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Southaven?
Southaven public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Southaven are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Southaven include: Greenbrook Elementary School vs. Desoto Central Primary School, Desoto Central Primary School vs. Greenbrook Elementary School, Southaven High School vs. Desoto Central High School
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