For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 627 students in 38635, MS.
The top ranked public middle schools in 38635, MS are Galena Elementary School (K-7), H. W. Byers High School (5-12) and Holly Springs Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38635 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38635, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 38635, MS Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galena Elementary School (K-7)
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4202 Hwy 4 West
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 564-2229
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 564-2229
Gr: K-7 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
H. W. Byers High School (5-12)
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4178 Hwy 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7871
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7871
Gr: 5-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Holly Springs Junior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
325 East Falconer
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7737
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7737
Gr: 7-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
38635, Mississippi 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4178 Highway 72 East
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 851-7826
Gr: 6-8 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Holly Springs Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
325 East Falconer Ave
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7734
Holly Springs, MS 38635
(662) 252-7734
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 38635, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 38635, MS include Galena Elementary School (K-7), H. W. Byers High School (5-12) and Holly Springs Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38635?
3 public middle schools are located in 38635.
What is the racial composition of students in 38635?
38635 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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