For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,101 students in 38801, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 38801, MS is Tupelo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38801 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38801, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38801 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tupelo High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 38801, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tupelo High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4125 Golden Wave Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8970
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8970
Gr: 9-12 | 2,101 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Alternative School
Alternative School
903 Fillmore Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Gr: 4-12
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
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38801, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 38801, MS include Tupelo High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38801?
3 public high schools are located in 38801.
What is the racial composition of students in 38801?
38801 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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