Best Schools in Port Gibson, Mississippi
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Port Gibson by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Port Gibson High School
High · Claiborne Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Port Gibson Middle School
Middle · Claiborne Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
A. W. Watson Elementary
Elementary · Claiborne 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 Port Gibson for 2026 are Port Gibson High School (6.5/10), Port Gibson Middle School (4.6/10), and A. W. Watson Elementary (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
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$85,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$85,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +27.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Port Gibson schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Port Gibson
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 | Port Gibson High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Port Gibson Middle School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 3 | A. W. Watson Elementary | 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
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $36,343
- Median home value
- $85,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Port Gibson compares
Mississippi rank
#106 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.4
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$36k
70% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Port Gibson, Mississippi
Port Gibson, 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 4.9 out of 10, schools in Port Gibson 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 Port Gibson is Port Gibson High School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Port Gibson is served by 1 school district: CLAIBORNE CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 1,156 students.
Port Gibson's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,343. The poverty rate in the area is 24.3%.
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 | 518 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 264 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 374 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Port Gibson
Port Gibson, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$36,343
Median Home Value
$85,300
Median Rent
$629/mo
Population
5,094
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Community Profile
Port Gibson has a median household income of $36,343. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $85,300, with a median rent of $629/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 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
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Port Gibson, Mississippi
How many schools are in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
Port Gibson has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Gibson is 4.9 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 Port Gibson, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Port Gibson on MySchoolScout is Port Gibson High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Port Gibson on MySchoolScout is A. W. Watson Elementary with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Port Gibson on MySchoolScout is Port Gibson Middle School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Port Gibson on MySchoolScout is Port Gibson High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Port Gibson, Mississippi?
Port Gibson is served by 1 school district: Claiborne Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Port Gibson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
The median household income in Port Gibson is approximately $36,343 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Gibson, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Gibson is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Gibson, 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.