For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 269 students in 38873, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 38873, MS is Tishomingo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38873 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38873, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 38873, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tishomingo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
34 A Monroe St
Tishomingo, MS 38873
(662) 438-6800
Tishomingo, MS 38873
(662) 438-6800
Grades: K-8
| 269 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tishomingo Co Alternative School
Alternative School
34a Monroe St
Tishomingo, MS 38873
(662) 438-6800
Tishomingo, MS 38873
(662) 438-6800
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 38873, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 38873, MS include Tishomingo Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38873?
2 public middle schools are located in 38873.
What is the racial composition of students in 38873?
38873 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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