Best Schools in Carriere, Mississippi
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Carriere by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pearl River Central High School
High · Pearl River Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pearl River Central Junior High
Middle · Pearl River Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pearl River Central Elementar
Elementary · Pearl River Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Carriere for 2026 are Pearl River Central High School (6.1/10), Pearl River Central Junior High (4.5/10), and Pearl River Central Elementar (3.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$202,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$202,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Carriere schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Carriere
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pearl River Central High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Pearl River Central Junior High | 4.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Pearl River Central Elementar | 3.4 / 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
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $71,000
- Median home value
- $202,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 91%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carriere compares
Mississippi rank
#112 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$71k
136% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Carriere, Mississippi
Carriere, Mississippi is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Carriere 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 Carriere is Pearl River Central High School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carriere is served by 1 school district: PEARL RIVER CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 3,263 students.
Carriere's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,000. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,491 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 775 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 997 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Carriere
Carriere, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,000
Median Home Value
$202,200
Median Rent
$848/mo
Population
17,555
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
91%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Carriere has a median household income of $71,000. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $202,200, with a median rent of $848/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Carriere, Mississippi
How many schools are in Carriere, Mississippi?
Carriere has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carriere, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carriere is 4.7 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 Carriere, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Carriere on MySchoolScout is Pearl River Central High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carriere, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carriere on MySchoolScout is Pearl River Central Elementar with a composite score of 3.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Carriere, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Carriere on MySchoolScout is Pearl River Central Junior High with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best high school in Carriere, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Carriere on MySchoolScout is Pearl River Central High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Carriere, Mississippi?
Carriere is served by 1 school district: Pearl River Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Carriere, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Carriere have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carriere, Mississippi?
The median household income in Carriere is approximately $71,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carriere, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carriere is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carriere, 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.