Best Schools in Choctaw, Mississippi
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Choctaw?
Use this page to compare every school in Choctaw by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
How to read the page
Use these cues before treating a single rating as the whole decision.
Quality shifts by neighborhood
Schools just blocks apart can rate very differently — the map shows how ratings change across Choctaw.
Top-rated isn't always best value
The ranking flags schools that score higher than their students' poverty level predicts, and marks scores estimated from nearby data.
Your address sets your options
3 districts serve Choctaw; attendance zones decide which schools your child can enroll in.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$96,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$96,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $50,331
- Median home value
- $96,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Choctaw compares
Median household income
$50k
96% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Choctaw, Mississippi
Choctaw, 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 8.0 out of 10, schools in Choctaw perform strongly 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 Choctaw is Pearl River Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Choctaw is served by 3 school districts: Choctaw Central High School, Choctaw Central Middle School, Pearl River Elementary School. These districts collectively serve 1,203 students.
Choctaw's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,331. The poverty rate in the area is 25.7%.
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 | 455 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 192 students · 7th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 556 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Choctaw
Choctaw, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,331
Median Home Value
$96,900
Median Rent
$740/mo
Population
23,949
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
25.7%
Community Profile
Choctaw has a median household income of $50,331. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $96,900, with a median rent of $740/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Mississippi
Top metros statewide by school count.
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Choctaw, Mississippi
How many schools are in Choctaw, Mississippi?
Choctaw has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Choctaw, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Choctaw is 8.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Choctaw, Mississippi?
Choctaw is served by 3 school districts: Choctaw Central High School, Choctaw Central Middle School, Pearl River Elementary School.
What is the education level in Choctaw, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Choctaw have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Choctaw, Mississippi?
The median household income in Choctaw is approximately $50,331 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Choctaw, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Choctaw is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Choctaw, 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.
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.
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.