Best Schools in Tylertown, Mississippi
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Tylertown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Salem Attendance Center
Other · Walthall Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dexter Elementary School
Elementary · Walthall Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tylertown High School
High · Walthall 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 Tylertown for 2026 are Salem Attendance Center (8.4/10), Dexter Elementary School (8.1/10), and Tylertown High School (7.1/10), 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
$124,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$124,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +34.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Tylertown schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Tylertown
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 | Salem Attendance Center | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Dexter Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Tylertown High School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Tylertown Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Tylertown Primary School | 6.0 / 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
- $39,063
- Median home value
- $124,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 39 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tylertown compares
Mississippi rank
#24 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$39k
75% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Tylertown, Mississippi
Tylertown, Mississippi is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Tylertown 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 Tylertown is Salem Attendance Center with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tylertown is served by 1 school district: WALTHALL CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 1,722 students.
Tylertown's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,063. The poverty rate in the area is 22.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 378 students · Pre-K–3rd | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 242 students · 4th–6th | 6.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 545 students · 7th–12th | 7.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 480 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Tylertown
Tylertown, Mississippi · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,063
Median Home Value
$124,700
Median Rent
$664/mo
Population
10,138
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Community Profile
Tylertown has a median household income of $39,063. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $124,700, with a median rent of $664/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tylertown, Mississippi
How many schools are in Tylertown, Mississippi?
Tylertown has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tylertown, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tylertown 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 Tylertown, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Tylertown on MySchoolScout is Salem Attendance Center with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tylertown, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tylertown on MySchoolScout is Dexter Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Tylertown, Mississippi?
The top-ranked middle school in Tylertown on MySchoolScout is Tylertown Elementary School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Tylertown, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Tylertown on MySchoolScout is Tylertown High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Tylertown, Mississippi?
Tylertown is served by 1 school district: Walthall Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Tylertown, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Tylertown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tylertown, Mississippi?
The median household income in Tylertown is approximately $39,063 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tylertown, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tylertown is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tylertown, 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.