For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 301 students in Drew, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Drew, MS are A.w. James Elementary School and Drew Hunter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Drew, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Drew have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Drew, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A.w. James Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 South Blvd
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Drew Hunter Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10 Swoope Road
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8940
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8940
Gr: 6-8 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Drew, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Drew, MS include A.w. James Elementary School and Drew Hunter Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Drew?
2 public elementary schools are located in Drew.
What is the racial composition of students in Drew?
Drew public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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