For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 394 students in Shaw, MS.
Shaw, MS public schools have a diversity score of 0.09, which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 0.61.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Shaw, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shaw High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Hwy 61 North, Post Office
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Gr: 7-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Mcevans School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Hwy 61 North, Post Office
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Gr: K-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Shaw, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
601 Hwy 61 North, Po Box 510
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Shaw, MS 38773
(662) 754-6109
Gr: K-12 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Shaw, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Shaw, MS include Shaw High School and Mcevans School.
How many public schools are located in Shaw?
2 public schools are located in Shaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Shaw?
Shaw public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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