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Best 38740 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 198 students in 38740, MS.
The top-ranked public school in 38740, MS is Brooks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38740 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38740, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).

Best 38740, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brooks Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
615 School Street
Duncan, MS 38740
(662) 337-6523
Gr: PK-6 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 38740, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38740, MS include Brooks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38740?
1 public schools are located in 38740.
What is the racial composition of students in 38740?
38740 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).

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