For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 499 students in 38868, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 38868, MS is Shannon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 38868 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38868, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38868 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shannon High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 38868, MS Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shannon High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
218 Cherry St.
Shannon, MS 38868
(662) 767-9566
Shannon, MS 38868
(662) 767-9566
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38868, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 38868, MS include Shannon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38868?
1 public high schools are located in 38868.
What is the racial composition of students in 38868?
38868 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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