Best 39160 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 366 students in 39160, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39160, MS are Long Creek Elementary School and Mcadams Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39160 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39160, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 39160, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Long Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9534 Hwy 429
Sallis, MS 39160
(662) 289-1630
Gr: PK-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Mcadams Attendance Center
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6315 Attala Road 4167
Sallis, MS 39160
(662) 289-3838
Gr: 7-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 39160, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39160, MS include Long Creek Elementary School and Mcadams Attendance Center.
How many public schools are located in 39160?
2 public schools are located in 39160.
What is the racial composition of students in 39160?
39160 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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