Best Schools in Crystal Springs, Mississippi
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Crystal Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Crystal Springs Elementary
Elementary · Copiah Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Crystal Springs Middle School
Middle · Copiah Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Crystal Springs High School
High · Copiah 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 Crystal Springs for 2026 are Crystal Springs Elementary (5.5/10), Crystal Springs Middle School (4.3/10), and Crystal Springs High School (3.8/10), 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
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$117,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$117,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +11.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Crystal Springs schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Crystal Springs
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 | Crystal Springs Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Crystal Springs Middle School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Crystal Springs High School | 3.8 / 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
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $49,191
- Median home value
- $117,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Crystal Springs compares
Mississippi rank
#115 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$49k
94% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Crystal Springs, Mississippi
Crystal Springs, 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 4.5 out of 10, schools in Crystal Springs 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 Crystal Springs is Crystal Springs Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Crystal Springs is served by 1 school district: COPIAH CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 2,099 students.
Crystal Springs's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,191. The poverty rate in the area is 21.2%.
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 | 469 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 368 students · 5th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 404 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 |
Schools in Crystal Springs
Crystal Springs, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,191
Median Home Value
$117,700
Median Rent
$690/mo
Population
12,065
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Community Profile
Crystal Springs has a median household income of $49,191. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,700, with a median rent of $690/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. 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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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Crystal Springs, Mississippi
How many schools are in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
Crystal Springs has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Crystal Springs is 4.5 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 Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Crystal Springs on MySchoolScout is Crystal Springs Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Crystal Springs on MySchoolScout is Crystal Springs Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Crystal Springs on MySchoolScout is Crystal Springs Middle School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best high school in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Crystal Springs on MySchoolScout is Crystal Springs High School with a composite score of 3.8/10.
How many school districts serve Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
Crystal Springs is served by 1 school district: Copiah Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Crystal Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
The median household income in Crystal Springs is approximately $49,191 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Crystal Springs, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Crystal Springs is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Crystal Springs, 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.