For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 743 students in 38863, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38863, MS are South Pontotoc Middle School and Pontotoc Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38863 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38863, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 38863, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-3476
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-3476
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Pontotoc Junior High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
132 North Main Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-8360
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-8360
Gr: 7-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Co Alternative Program
Alternative School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38863, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38863, MS include South Pontotoc Middle School and Pontotoc Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38863?
3 public middle schools are located in 38863.
What is the racial composition of students in 38863?
38863 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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