For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,124 students in 38804, MS (there are 4 private schools, serving 354 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 38804, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38804, MS are Early Childhood Education Center, Milam Elementary School and Lawhon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38804 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38804, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38804, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Early Childhood Education Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1402 N Green Street
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 840-5237
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 840-5237
Gr: PK | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Milam Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
720 West Jefferson
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8920
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8920
Gr: 6 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Lawhon Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
140 Lake Street
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8910
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8910
Gr: 2-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
910 North Green Street
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8870
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8870
Gr: K-1 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
1201 Joyner Avenue
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8900
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8900
Gr: K-2 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
38804, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
445 North Church St
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8880
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8880
Gr: K-2 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Mc Dougal Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2434 S Eason Blvd
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 844-1717
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 844-1717
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38804, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38804, MS include Early Childhood Education Center, Milam Elementary School and Lawhon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38804?
5 public schools are located in 38804.
What percentage of students in 38804 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 38804 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38804?
38804 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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