For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,138 students in 38863, MS.
The top ranked public high schools in 38863, MS are South Pontotoc High School and Pontotoc High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38863 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38863, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38863 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pontotoc High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38863, MS Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Pontotoc High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5925
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5925
Grades: 9-12
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Pontotoc High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
123 North Main Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1275
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1275
Grades: 9-12
| 659 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Co Alternative Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Ridge Career & Tech. Cnt.
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1826
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1826
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38863, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 38863, MS include South Pontotoc High School and Pontotoc High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38863?
4 public high schools are located in 38863.
What is the racial composition of students in 38863?
38863 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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