For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,363 students in 38611, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38611, MS are Byhalia High School (9-12), Byhalia Middle School (5-8) and Byhalia Elementary School (K-4). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38611 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38611, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38611, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Byhalia High School (9-12)
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
278 Highway 309 North
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-2206
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-2206
Gr: 9-12 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Byhalia Middle School (5-8)
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
172 Highway 309 North
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-2591
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-2591
Gr: 5-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Byhalia Elementary School (K-4)
(Math: 21% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
172 Highway 309 North
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-6980
Byhalia, MS 38611
(662) 838-6980
Gr: K-4 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38611, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38611, MS include Byhalia High School (9-12), Byhalia Middle School (5-8) and Byhalia Elementary School (K-4).
How many public schools are located in 38611?
3 public schools are located in 38611.
What is the racial composition of students in 38611?
38611 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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