Best Schools in Byram, Mississippi
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Other
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Heritage Baptist Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gary Road Intermediate School
Elementary · Hinds Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$175,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$175,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Byram
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heritage Baptist Academy | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Gary Road Intermediate School | 5.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $75,657
- Median home value
- $175,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Byram compares
Median household income
$76k
145% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Byram, Mississippi
Byram, Mississippi is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Byram show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Byram is Heritage Baptist Academy with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Byram is served by 1 school district: HINDS CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 4,972 students.
Byram's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $75,657. The poverty rate in the area is 8.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 680 students · 3rd–5th | 5.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 8 students · Pre-K–T1 | — | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heritage Baptist Academy
Private
59 students · 1st–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Byram
Byram, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$75,657
Median Home Value
$175,900
Median Rent
$1,339/mo
Population
14,161
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Community Profile
Byram has a median household income of $75,657. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,900, with a median rent of $1,339/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Byram, Mississippi
How many schools are in Byram, Mississippi?
Byram has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Byram, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Byram is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Byram, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Byram on MySchoolScout is Heritage Baptist Academy with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Byram, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Byram on MySchoolScout is Gary Road Intermediate School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Byram, Mississippi?
Byram is served by 1 school district: Hinds Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Byram, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Byram have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Byram, Mississippi?
The median household income in Byram is approximately $75,657 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Byram, Mississippi?
Yes, Byram has 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Heritage Baptist Academy with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Byram, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Byram is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Byram, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.