For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,350 students in Myrtle, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in Myrtle, MS are West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Myrtle, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Myrtle have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Myrtle, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Union Attendance Center
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1610 St Hwy 30 West
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 534-4982
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 534-4982
Gr: PK-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Myrtle Attendance Center
(Math: 77% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1008 Hawk Avenue
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 988-2001
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 988-2001
Gr: PK-13 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Myrtle, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Myrtle, MS include West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center.
How many public schools are located in Myrtle?
2 public schools are located in Myrtle.
What is the racial composition of students in Myrtle?
Myrtle public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Myrtle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Myrtle include: Myrtle Attendance Center vs. West Union Attendance Center, West Union Attendance Center vs. Myrtle Attendance Center
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