Best Schools in Raymond, Mississippi
3 schools · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Raymond by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Raymond High School
High · Hinds Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Central Hinds Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$217,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$217,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Raymond schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Raymond
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raymond High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Central Hinds Academy | 4.6 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $77,127
- Median home value
- $217,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Raymond compares
Median household income
$77k
148% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Raymond, Mississippi
Raymond, Mississippi is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Raymond 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 Raymond is Raymond High School with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Raymond is served by 2 school districts: MDHS DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICES, HINDS CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 4,994 students.
Raymond's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,127. The poverty rate in the area is 11.9%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 557 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 students · 4th–12th | — | ||
| 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 | Central Hinds Academy
Private
404 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.6 | ||
Schools in Raymond
Raymond, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,127
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
9,036
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Community Profile
Raymond has a median household income of $77,127. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,200, with a median rent of $883/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Raymond, Mississippi
How many schools are in Raymond, Mississippi?
Raymond has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Raymond, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Raymond is 5.3 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 Raymond, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Raymond on MySchoolScout is Raymond High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Raymond, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Raymond on MySchoolScout is Raymond High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Raymond, Mississippi?
Raymond is served by 2 school districts: Mdhs Division of Youth Services, Hinds Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Raymond, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Raymond have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Raymond, Mississippi?
The median household income in Raymond is approximately $77,127 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Raymond, Mississippi?
Yes, Raymond has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Central Hinds Academy with a score of 4.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Raymond, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Raymond is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Raymond, 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.