Best Schools in Pass Christian, Mississippi
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pass Christian by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pineville Elementary School
Elementary · Harrison Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pass Christian High School
High · Pass Christian Public School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Delisle Elementary School
Elementary · Pass Christian Public 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 Pass Christian for 2026 are Pineville Elementary School (9.0/10), Pass Christian High School (7.4/10), and Delisle Elementary School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$233,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$233,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +13.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pass Christian schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pass Christian
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pineville Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Pass Christian High School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Delisle Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Pass Christian Elem | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Pass Christian Middle | 6.4 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $64,469
- Median home value
- $233,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pass Christian compares
Mississippi rank
#27 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$64k
123% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Pass Christian, Mississippi
Pass Christian, 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 7.2 out of 10, schools in Pass Christian 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 Pass Christian is Pineville Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pass Christian is served by 2 school districts: HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST, PASS CHRISTIAN PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 16,118 students.
Pass Christian's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,469. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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 | 170 students · Kindergarten–6th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 424 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 390 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 391 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 614 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Pass Christian
Pass Christian, Mississippi · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,469
Median Home Value
$233,000
Median Rent
$1,004/mo
Population
13,942
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Pass Christian has a median household income of $64,469. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,000, with a median rent of $1,004/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Pass Christian, Mississippi
How many schools are in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
Pass Christian has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pass Christian is 7.2 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 Pass Christian, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Pass Christian on MySchoolScout is Pineville Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pass Christian on MySchoolScout is Pineville Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Pass Christian on MySchoolScout is Pass Christian Middle with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Pass Christian on MySchoolScout is Pass Christian High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Pass Christian, Mississippi?
Pass Christian is served by 2 school districts: Harrison Co School Dist, Pass Christian Public School Dist.
What is the education level in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Pass Christian have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
The median household income in Pass Christian is approximately $64,469 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pass Christian, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pass Christian is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pass Christian, 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.