For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 493 students in 38769, MS.
The top ranked public schools in 38769, MS are West Bolivar High School and West Bolivar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38769 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38769, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38769, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Bolivar High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1213 South Main, Po Box 159
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3743
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3743
Grades: 7-12
| 238 students
Rank: #22.
West Bolivar Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1212 South Main Street, Po Box
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3823
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3823
Grades: K-6
| 255 students
Rank: n/an/a
Joe Barnes Vocational Center
Vocational School
505 Bradford Street, Post Offi
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3791
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3791
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
38769, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
405 North Main Street
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3346
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3346
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1213 South Main Street, Po Box
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3700
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3700
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38769, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38769, MS include West Bolivar High School and West Bolivar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38769?
3 public schools are located in 38769.
What is the racial composition of students in 38769?
38769 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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