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Best 38863 Mississippi Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,473 students in 38863, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38863, MS are D T Cox Elementary School, South Pontotoc Elementary School and South Pontotoc Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38863 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38863, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best 38863, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
D T Cox Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
304 Clark Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-2454
Gr: 3-4 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
South Pontotoc Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5941
Gr: K-5 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
South Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-3476
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Pontotoc Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
135 Education Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-6056
Gr: 5-6 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Co Alternative Program
Alternative School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
145 Fred Dowdy Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4973
Gr: PK-2 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38863, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38863, MS include D T Cox Elementary School, South Pontotoc Elementary School and South Pontotoc Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38863?
6 public elementary schools are located in 38863.
What is the racial composition of students in 38863?
38863 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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