Best Schools in Holly Springs, Mississippi
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Holly Springs by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Holly Springs Primary School
Elementary · Holly Springs School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Holy Family School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
H. W. Byers High School (5-12)
High · Marshall 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 Holly Springs for 2026 are Holly Springs Primary School (7.7/10), Holy Family School (7.6/10), and H. W. Byers High School (5-12) (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$158,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$158,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +30.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Holly Springs schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Holly Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holly Springs Primary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Holy Family School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | H. W. Byers High School (5-12) | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Marshall Academy | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Galena Elementary School (k-7) | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Holly Springs Intermediate School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | H. W. Byers Elementary (k-4) | 5.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Holly Springs High School | 3.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Holly Springs Junior High School | 3.5 / 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
- $53,441
- Median home value
- $158,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Holly Springs compares
Mississippi rank
#88 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$53k
102% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Holly Springs, Mississippi
Holly Springs, Mississippi is home to 9 schools, including 7 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Holly 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 Holly Springs is Holly Springs Primary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Holly Springs is served by 2 school districts: HOLLY SPRINGS SCHOOL DIST, MARSHALL CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 3,705 students.
Holly Springs's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,441. The poverty rate in the area is 21.6%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 348 students · Pre-K–3rd | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 119 students · Kindergarten–7th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 229 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.2 | ||
| 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 | Holy Family School
Private
112 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 221 students · 4th–6th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 146 students · 7th–8th | 3.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 362 students · 5th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 312 students · 9th–12th | 3.5 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marshall Academy
Private
268 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Holly Springs
Holly Springs, Mississippi · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,441
Median Home Value
$158,800
Median Rent
$793/mo
Population
15,312
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Community Profile
Holly Springs has a median household income of $53,441. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,800, with a median rent of $793/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Holly Springs, Mississippi
How many schools are in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
Holly Springs has 9 schools, including 7 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Holly Springs 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 Holly Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Holly Springs on MySchoolScout is Holly Springs Primary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Holly Springs on MySchoolScout is Holly Springs Primary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Holly Springs on MySchoolScout is Holly Springs Intermediate School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Holly Springs on MySchoolScout is H. W. Byers High School (5-12) with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Holly Springs, Mississippi?
Holly Springs is served by 2 school districts: Holly Springs School Dist, Marshall Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Holly Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
The median household income in Holly Springs is approximately $53,441 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
Yes, Holly Springs has 2 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Holy Family School with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Holly Springs, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Holly Springs is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Holly 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.