Best Schools in Horn Lake, Mississippi
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Horn Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Horn Lake High
High · Desoto Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Horn Lake Middle School
Middle · Desoto Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Horn Lake Intermediate School
Elementary · Desoto 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 Horn Lake for 2026 are Horn Lake High (4.6/10), Horn Lake Middle School (4.1/10), and Horn Lake Intermediate School (3.7/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$158,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$158,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +13.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Horn Lake schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Horn Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Horn Lake High | 4.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Horn Lake Middle School | 4.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Horn Lake Intermediate School | 3.7 / 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
- $56,847
- Median home value
- $158,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Horn Lake compares
Mississippi rank
#118 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.9
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
109% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Horn Lake, Mississippi
Horn Lake, Mississippi is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Horn Lake 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 Horn Lake is Shadow Oaks Elementary School with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Horn Lake is served by 1 school district: DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 34,819 students.
Horn Lake's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,847. The poverty rate in the area is 18.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 433 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 4.9 |
| 2 | 509 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.7 |
| 3 | 882 students · 3rd–5th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 993 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,291 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Horn Lake
Horn Lake, Mississippi · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,847
Median Home Value
$158,900
Median Rent
$1,293/mo
Population
26,622
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Community Profile
Horn Lake has a median household income of $56,847. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,900, with a median rent of $1,293/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.7%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Horn Lake, Mississippi
How many schools are in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
Horn Lake has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Horn Lake 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 Horn Lake, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Horn Lake on MySchoolScout is Horn Lake High with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Horn Lake on MySchoolScout is Horn Lake Intermediate School with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Horn Lake on MySchoolScout is Horn Lake Middle School with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Horn Lake on MySchoolScout is Horn Lake High with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Horn Lake, Mississippi?
Horn Lake is served by 1 school district: Desoto Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Horn Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
The median household income in Horn Lake is approximately $56,847 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Horn Lake, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Horn Lake 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 Horn Lake, 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.