For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,190 students in 38655, MS.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38655, MS are Lafayette High School and Oxford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38655 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38655, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38655 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lafayette High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38655, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lafayette High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
160 Commodore Dr.
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 234-3614
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 234-3614
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Oxford High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Charger Loop
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 234-1562
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 234-1562
Gr: 9-12 | 1,335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Oxf/laf School Of Applied Technical
Vocational School
134 Hwy 7 South
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 234-9469
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 234-9469
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38655, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38655, MS include Lafayette High School and Oxford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38655?
3 public high schools are located in 38655.
What is the racial composition of students in 38655?
38655 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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