For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,093 students in 38801, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 179 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 38801, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38801, MS are Rankin Elementary School, Tupelo Middle School and Lawndale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38801 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in 38801, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38801, MS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1908 Forrest Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8950
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8950
Grades: 3-5
| 358 students
Rank: #22.
Tupelo Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1009 Varsity Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 840-8780
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 840-8780
Grades: 7-8
| 1,118 students
Rank: #33.
Lawndale Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1563 Mitchell Road
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8890
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8890
Grades: 3-5
| 403 students
Rank: #44.
Pierce Street Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1008 Pierce Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8940
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8940
Grades: 3-5
| 378 students
Rank: #55.
Tupelo High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4125 Golden Wave Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8970
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8970
Grades: 9-12
| 2,030 students
Rank: n/an/a
628 Rutherford Road
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 844-6303
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 844-6303
Grades: K-2
| 393 students
Rank: n/an/a
520 S Thomas Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8960
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8960
Grades: K-2
| 413 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Alternative School
Alternative School
903 Fillmore Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Grades: 6-12
| 0 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Lee Co Voc Tech School
Vocational School
4125 Golden Wave Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8990
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8990
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38801, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38801, MS include Rankin Elementary School, Tupelo Middle School and Lawndale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38801, MS?
9 public schools are located in 38801, MS.
What percentage of students in 38801, MS go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 38801, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38801, MS?
38801, MS public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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