For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,058 students in 38804, MS (there are 4 private schools, serving 312 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 38804, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38804, MS are Early Childhood Education Center, Lawhon Elementary School and Milam 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 48% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 35% 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38804, MS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK
| 288 students
Rank: #22.
Lawhon Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
140 Lake Street
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8910
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8910
Grades: 2-5
| 546 students
Rank: #33.
Milam Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
720 West Jefferson
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8920
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8920
Grades: 6
| 521 students
Rank: n/an/a
910 North Green Street
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8870
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8870
Grades: K-1
| 307 students
Rank: n/an/a
1201 Joyner Avenue
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8900
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8900
Grades: K-2
| 396 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lee Co. Career & Technical School
Vocational School
1280 College View Drive, P. O.
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-9144
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-9144
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
38804, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
445 North Church St
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8880
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 841-8880
Grades: K-2
| 269 students
Mc Dougal Center (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2434 S Eason Blvd
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 844-1717
Tupelo, MS 38804
(662) 844-1717
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
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, Lawhon Elementary School and Milam Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38804, MS?
6 public schools are located in 38804, MS.
What percentage of students in 38804, MS go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 38804, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38804, MS?
38804, MS public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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