Best Schools in Saltillo, Mississippi
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Saltillo by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Saltillo Elementary School
Elementary · Lee County School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Saltillo High School
High · Lee County School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$216,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$216,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +19.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Saltillo schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Saltillo
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 | Saltillo Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Saltillo High School | 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $69,971
- Median home value
- $216,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Saltillo compares
Mississippi rank
#93 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$70k
134% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Saltillo, Mississippi
Saltillo, Mississippi is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Saltillo 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 Saltillo is Saltillo Primary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Saltillo is served by 1 school district: LEE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 6,296 students.
Saltillo's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,971. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.
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 | 696 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.2 |
| 2 | 684 students · 3rd–5th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 930 students · 9th–12th | 3.7 |
Schools in Saltillo
Saltillo, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,971
Median Home Value
$216,300
Median Rent
$870/mo
Population
11,714
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Community Profile
Saltillo has a median household income of $69,971. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,300, with a median rent of $870/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Saltillo, Mississippi
How many schools are in Saltillo, Mississippi?
Saltillo has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Saltillo, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Saltillo is 5.6 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 Saltillo, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Saltillo on MySchoolScout is Saltillo Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Saltillo, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Saltillo on MySchoolScout is Saltillo Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Saltillo, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Saltillo on MySchoolScout is Saltillo High School with a composite score of 3.7/10.
How many school districts serve Saltillo, Mississippi?
Saltillo is served by 1 school district: Lee County School District.
What is the education level in Saltillo, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Saltillo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Saltillo, Mississippi?
The median household income in Saltillo is approximately $69,971 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Saltillo, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saltillo is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Saltillo, 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.