For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 413 students in 38771, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38771, MS are Ruleville Central Elementary School and Ruleville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38771 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38771, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38771, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ruleville Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
410 L F Packer Drive
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 756-4276
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 756-4276
Grades: K-5
| 270 students
Rank: #22.
Ruleville Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
250 East Oscar St
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 756-4698
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 756-4698
Grades: 6-8
| 143 students
38771, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
908 Washington
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 246-5680
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 246-5680
Grades: 6-8
| 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38771, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38771, MS include Ruleville Central Elementary School and Ruleville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38771?
2 public elementary schools are located in 38771.
What is the racial composition of students in 38771?
38771 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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