2,282
Preschools
1,143
Elementary Schools
648
Middle Schools
631
High Schools
1,144
Public District Schools
2,126
Private Schools
3,276
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Mississippi based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Mississippi at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Mississippi offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Mississippi
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Desoto Co School Dist
34,067 students | HERNANDO, MS
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 41 schools -
Jackson Public School Dist
20,401 students | JACKSON, MS
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 62 schools -
Rankin Co School Dist
18,384 students | BRANDON, MS
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools -
Harrison Co School Dist
13,666 students | GULFPORT, MS
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 23 schools -
Madison Co School Dist
12,988 students | RIDGELAND, MS
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 24 schools
Reviews From Schools in Mississippi
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Current student
April 26, 2024
I think it is good, we make too many jokes that would be considered offensive or get us detained.
Review for
Germantown Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 24, 2024
Unorganized, lack professional training & leadership. An absolute no go for me & mine!
Review for
Collins Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 17, 2024
This school is not very good in my opinion, the I’ve heard from the kids that go there that the principal constantly makes rules that makes the children very upset and uncomfortable.
Review for
Philadelphia Middle School