For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,482 students in 38654, MS.
The top ranked public middle schools in 38654, MS are Center Hill Middle School and Olive Branch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38654 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38654, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 38654, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Center Hill Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8756 Forest Hill Irene
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 892-6800
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 892-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Olive Branch Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6530 S. Blocker Street
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 895-4610
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 895-4610
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 38654, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 38654, MS include Center Hill Middle School and Olive Branch Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38654?
2 public middle schools are located in 38654.
What is the racial composition of students in 38654?
38654 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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