For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 282 students in Drew, MS (there are , serving 231 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in Drew, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Drew, MS are A W James Elementary School and Drew Hunter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Drew, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Drew have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Drew, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
A W James Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 South Blvd
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Rank: #22.
Drew Hunter Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10 Swoope Road
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8940
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8940
Grades: 6-8
| 79 students
Drew, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Drew, MS?
The top ranked public schools in Drew, MS include A W James Elementary School and Drew Hunter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Drew?
2 public schools are located in Drew.
What percentage of students in Drew go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in Drew are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Drew?
Drew public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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