For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 469 students in 38769, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 38769, MS are West Bolivar Elementary School and West Bolivar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38769 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38769, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 38769, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Bolivar Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1212 South Main Street, Po Box
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3823
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3823
Gr: K-6 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
West Bolivar High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1213 South Main, Po Box 159
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3743
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3743
Gr: 7-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Joe Barnes Vocational Center
Vocational School
505 Bradford Street, Post Offi
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3791
Rosedale, MS 38769
(662) 759-3791
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38769, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38769, MS include West Bolivar Elementary School and West Bolivar High School.
How many public schools are located in 38769?
3 public schools are located in 38769.
What is the racial composition of students in 38769?
38769 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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