For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 394 students in Shaw, MS.
Shaw, MS public schools have a diversity score of 0.09, which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 0.61.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Shaw, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shaw High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Hwy 61 North, Post Office
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Grades: 7-12
| 199 students
Rank: #22.
Mcevans School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Hwy 61 North, Post Office
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Grades: K-6
| 195 students
Shaw, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
601 Hwy 61 North, Po Box 510
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Grades: K-12
| 444 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Shaw, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Shaw, MS include Shaw High School and Mcevans School.
How many public schools are located in Shaw?
2 public schools are located in Shaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Shaw?
Shaw public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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