For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 527 students in 38843, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 38843, MS is Itawamba Agricultural High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38843 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38843, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38843 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Itawamba Agricultural High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 38843, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Itawamba Agricultural High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11900 Highway 25 South
Fulton, MS 38843
(662) 862-3104
Fulton, MS 38843
(662) 862-3104
Gr: 9-12 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Itawamba Career & Technical Center
Vocational School
200 Career Technical Drive
Fulton, MS 38843
(662) 862-3137
Fulton, MS 38843
(662) 862-3137
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Itawamba Improvement Center
Alternative School
605 S. Cummings St.
Fulton, MS 38843
(662) 862-2159
Fulton, MS 38843
(662) 862-2159
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38843, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38843, MS include Itawamba Agricultural High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38843?
3 public high schools are located in 38843.
What is the racial composition of students in 38843?
38843 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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