Best Schools in Charleston, Mississippi
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Charleston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Charleston High School
High · East Tallahatchie Consol Sch Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Charleston Elementary School
Elementary · East Tallahatchie Consol Sch Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Charleston Middle School
Middle · East Tallahatchie Consol Sch Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Charleston for 2026 are Charleston High School (6.8/10), Charleston Elementary School (3.4/10), and Charleston Middle School (3.1/10), 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
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$101,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$101,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Charleston
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 | Charleston High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Charleston Elementary School | 3.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Charleston Middle School | 3.1 / 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
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $42,925
- Median home value
- $101,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Charleston compares
Mississippi rank
#117 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.9
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$43k
82% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Charleston, Mississippi
Charleston, 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 4.4 out of 10, schools in Charleston 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 Charleston is Charleston High School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Charleston is served by 1 school district: EAST TALLAHATCHIE CONSOL SCH DIST. These districts collectively serve 800 students.
Charleston's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $42,925. The poverty rate in the area is 28.3%.
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 | 322 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 206 students · 5th–8th | 3.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 272 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Charleston
Charleston, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$42,925
Median Home Value
$101,700
Median Rent
$628/mo
Population
5,010
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
64%
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Community Profile
Charleston has a median household income of $42,925. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $101,700, with a median rent of $628/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Charleston, Mississippi
How many schools are in Charleston, Mississippi?
Charleston has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Charleston, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Charleston is 4.4 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 Charleston, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Charleston on MySchoolScout is Charleston High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Charleston, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Charleston on MySchoolScout is Charleston Elementary School with a composite score of 3.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Charleston, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Charleston on MySchoolScout is Charleston Middle School with a composite score of 3.1/10.
What is the best high school in Charleston, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Charleston on MySchoolScout is Charleston High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Charleston, Mississippi?
Charleston is served by 1 school district: East Tallahatchie Consol Sch Dist.
What is the education level in Charleston, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Charleston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Charleston, Mississippi?
The median household income in Charleston is approximately $42,925 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Charleston, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Charleston is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Charleston, 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.