For the 2026 school year, there are 161 top school districts in Mississippi, serving 440,091 students.
The most diverse district is Biloxi Public School District, with a diversity score of 0.71.
The largest school district is Desoto County School District, serving 34,819 students.
The highest graduation rate school district is Petal School District, with 98% graduation rate.
Top Mississippi School Districts (2026)
School District
# Students
Diversity Score
Graduation %
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