For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,407 students in 38672, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38672, MS is Desoto Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 38672 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38672, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% 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 38672, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto Central Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2611 Central Parkway
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6660
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6660
Gr: 6-8 | 1,407 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38672, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38672, MS include Desoto Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38672?
1 public middle schools are located in 38672.
What is the racial composition of students in 38672?
38672 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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