Best Schools in Moorhead, Mississippi
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Moorhead by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Moorhead Central School
Elementary · Sunflower Cty Cons School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$59,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$59,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Moorhead
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moorhead Central School | 4.5 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $35,680
- Median home value
- $59,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Moorhead compares
Median household income
$36k
68% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Moorhead, Mississippi
Moorhead, Mississippi is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Moorhead 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 Moorhead is Rosser Early Learning Center with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Moorhead is served by 1 school district: SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,863 students.
Moorhead's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $35,680. The poverty rate in the area is 31.7%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 91 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.7 |
| 2 | 220 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.5 |
Schools in Moorhead
Moorhead, Mississippi · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$35,680
Median Home Value
$59,400
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
1,918
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
31.7%
Community Profile
Moorhead has a median household income of $35,680. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $59,400, with a median rent of $775/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Moorhead, Mississippi
How many schools are in Moorhead, Mississippi?
Moorhead has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Moorhead, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Moorhead is 6.1 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 Moorhead, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Moorhead on MySchoolScout is Moorhead Central School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Moorhead, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Moorhead on MySchoolScout is Moorhead Central School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Moorhead, Mississippi?
Moorhead is served by 1 school district: Sunflower Cty Cons School District.
What is the education level in Moorhead, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Moorhead have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Moorhead, Mississippi?
The median household income in Moorhead is approximately $35,680 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Moorhead, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Moorhead is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Moorhead, 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.