For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,193 students in 38618, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 38618, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38618, MS are East Tate Elementary School, Independence High School and Coldwater Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38618 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38618, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38618, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Tate Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6832 East Tate Rd
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 562-4688
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 562-4688
Gr: K-6 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Independence High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3184 Hwy 305
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 233-4691
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 233-4691
Gr: 7-12 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Coldwater Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
671 West Street
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5511
Gr: K-6 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Senatobia-tate Career Technical Center
Vocational School
165 West Central Avenue
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5142
Coldwater, MS 38618
(662) 622-5142
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38618, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38618, MS include East Tate Elementary School, Independence High School and Coldwater Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38618?
4 public schools are located in 38618.
What percentage of students in 38618 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 38618 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38618?
38618 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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