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6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Booneville, Mississippi

7 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other

Public: 7
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.2/10

29% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$52,015

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$121,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
20%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
24 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
79%

Of occupied housing units

How Booneville compares

Mississippi rank

#64 of 120

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.0

below Mississippi avg (6.3)

Median household income

$52k

100% of Mississippi median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Booneville, Mississippi

Booneville, Mississippi is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Booneville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Booneville is Anderson Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Booneville is served by 2 school districts: BOONEVILLE SCHOOL DIST, PRENTISS CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 3,627 students.

Booneville's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,015. The poverty rate in the area is 12.6%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 38829 (7)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 545 students · Pre-K–4th 7.5
2 412 students · Pre-K–8th 6.9

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 410 students · 5th–8th 5.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 365 students · 9th–12th 4.5

Other Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 609 students · Pre-K–12th 7.0
2 436 students · Pre-K–12th 6.5
3 324 students · Pre-K–12th 6.2

Schools in Booneville

Booneville, Mississippi · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$52,015

Median Home Value

$121,800

Median Rent

$629/mo

Population

18,036

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Community Profile

Booneville has a median household income of $52,015. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,800, with a median rent of $629/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
7
Elementary
2
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.2/10

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Booneville, Mississippi

How many schools are in Booneville, Mississippi?

Booneville has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Booneville, Mississippi?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Booneville is 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Booneville, Mississippi?

The top-ranked school in Booneville on MySchoolScout is Anderson Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Booneville, Mississippi?

The top-ranked elementary school in Booneville on MySchoolScout is Anderson Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Booneville, Mississippi?

The top-ranked middle school in Booneville on MySchoolScout is R.h. Long Booneville Middle School with a composite score of 5.0/10.

What is the best high school in Booneville, Mississippi?

The top-ranked high school in Booneville on MySchoolScout is Booneville High School with a composite score of 4.5/10.

How many school districts serve Booneville, Mississippi?

Booneville is served by 2 school districts: Booneville School Dist, Prentiss Co School Dist.

What is the education level in Booneville, Mississippi?

According to Census data, 20% of adults in Booneville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Booneville, Mississippi?

The median household income in Booneville is approximately $52,015 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Booneville, Mississippi?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Booneville is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Booneville, Mississippi?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.