For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,279 students in 38635, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38635, MS are H. W. Byers Elementary (K-4), H. W. Byers High School (5-12) and Galena Elementary School (K-7). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38635 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38635, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38635, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
H. W. Byers Elementary (K-4)
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4178 Highway 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Grades: K-4
| 229 students
Rank: #22.
H. W. Byers High School (5-12)
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4178 Hwy 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7871
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7871
Grades: 5-12
| 362 students
Rank: #33.
Galena Elementary School (K-7)
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4202 Hwy 4 West
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 564-2229
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 564-2229
Grades: K-7
| 119 students
Rank: #44.
Holly Springs Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
655 South Maury
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-2329
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-2329
Grades: 4-6
| 221 students
Rank: #55.
Holly Springs Primary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
405 South Maury Street
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-1768
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-1768
Grades: PK-3
| 348 students
38635, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4178 Highway 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Grades: 6-8
| 155 students
Holly Springs Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
325 East Falconer Ave
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7734
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7734
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38635, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38635, MS include H. W. Byers Elementary (K-4), H. W. Byers High School (5-12) and Galena Elementary School (K-7).
How many public elementary schools are located in 38635?
5 public elementary schools are located in 38635.
What is the racial composition of students in 38635?
38635 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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