These are some of the top-rated public schools in Hinds Co School Dist based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
RATINGS
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Hinds Co School Dist at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
STUDENT LIFE
District Calendar
STUDENT LIFE
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
STUDENT LIFE
Reviews From Schools in Hinds Co School Dist
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Parent / Guardian
July 28, 2025
The teachers are rude The teacher called my baby, slow for not knowing the math question
And my child is very smart. One recommend for your child. Instead of teaching, they be on the phone.
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Byram Middle School
Current student
December 13, 2023
This school is terrible they feed us pizza everyday. The teachers don't listen to the student and when someone is fighting they just sit there and watch they don't try and help of anything it is like... More
Review for
Byram Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 20, 2023
they kicked my son out because he walked out the building to defuse the problem that was awaiting to happen and they refused to send him to restart and kicked him out of hinds county school district... More
Review for
Byram Middle School