For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,023 students in Terry, MS.
The top ranked public schools in Terry, MS are Terry High School and Byram Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Terry, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Terry have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Terry, MS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Terry High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
235 W Beasley Street
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Grades: 9-12
| 1,189 students
Rank: #22.
Byram Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Byram Bulldog Blvd.
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 372-4597
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 372-4597
Grades: 6-8
| 834 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Terry, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Terry, MS include Terry High School and Byram Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Terry, MS?
2 public schools are located in Terry, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in Terry, MS?
Terry, MS public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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