Best Schools in Sallis, Mississippi
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Sallis by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Long Creek Attendance Center
Elementary · Attala Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mcadams Attendance Center
High · Attala Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$84,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$84,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +38.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sallis schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sallis
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Long Creek Attendance Center | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Mcadams Attendance Center | 6.1 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $53,802
- Median home value
- $84,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sallis compares
Median household income
$54k
103% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Sallis, Mississippi
Sallis, Mississippi is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Sallis 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 Sallis is Long Creek Attendance Center with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sallis is served by 1 school district: ATTALA CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 963 students.
Sallis's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,802. The poverty rate in the area is 16.1%.
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 | 211 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 175 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Sallis
Sallis, Mississippi · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,802
Median Home Value
$84,600
Median Rent
$640/mo
Population
2,864
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Community Profile
Sallis has a median household income of $53,802. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $84,600, with a median rent of $640/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Sallis, Mississippi
How many schools are in Sallis, Mississippi?
Sallis has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sallis, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sallis is 6.7 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 Sallis, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Sallis on MySchoolScout is Long Creek Attendance Center with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sallis, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sallis on MySchoolScout is Long Creek Attendance Center with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Sallis, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Sallis on MySchoolScout is Mcadams Attendance Center with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Sallis, Mississippi?
Sallis is served by 1 school district: Attala Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Sallis, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Sallis have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sallis, Mississippi?
The median household income in Sallis is approximately $53,802 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sallis, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sallis is 9.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sallis, 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.