For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,895 students in 38632, MS (there are , serving 99 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 38632, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38632, MS are Hernando High School, Hernando Middle School and Hernando Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38632 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38632, MS Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hernando High School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
805 Dilworth Lane
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4170
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4170
Gr: 9-12 | 1,482 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Hernando Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
700 Dilworth Lane
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4154
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4154
Gr: 6-8 | 1,147 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Hernando Hills Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
570 Mcingvale Road
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-9117
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-9117
Gr: 2-3 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Lewisburg Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2605 Hwy. 305 South
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 892-5050
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 892-5050
Gr: 6-8 | 1,005 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Oak Grove Central Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
893 Oak Grove Road
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4180
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4180
Gr: 4-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Desoto County Alternative Center
Alternative School
2690 Magnolia Street
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-5597
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-5597
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
455 Riley Street
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4160
Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-4160
Gr: K-1 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38632, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 38632, MS include Hernando High School, Hernando Middle School and Hernando Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 38632?
7 public schools are located in 38632.
What percentage of students in 38632 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 38632 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38632?
38632 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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