For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 3,074 students in 38672, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38672, MS are Desoto Central Middle School and Desoto Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38672 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38672, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38672, MS Public Elementary 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%
Rank: #22.
Desoto Central Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2411 Central Parkway
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6234
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 349-6234
Gr: 3-5 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
3210 Getwell Road
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 912-1300
Southaven, MS 38672
(662) 912-1300
Gr: K-2 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38672, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38672, MS include Desoto Central Middle School and Desoto Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38672?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38672.
What is the racial composition of students in 38672?
38672 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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