Brookhaven School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 326 E Court Street in Brookhaven, Mississippi, the Brookhaven School District serves as a vital educational center within its remote town setting. As an open, traditional public school system comprising seven operational campuses, the district provides a seamless academic pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 13th grade, as well as adult education programs. According to the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, Brookhaven educates a student body of 2,432 learners, consisting of 1,242 male and 1,190 female students. The district reflects a culturally rich community, enrolling 1,589 Black students, 658 White students, 111 multiracial students, and 55 Hispanic students, alongside Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander representation.

Supporting this vibrant student body is an extensive workforce of 914 full-time equivalent staff members dedicated to academic achievement and student well-being. The instructional team includes 404 full-time equivalent teachers and 48 instructional aides, ensuring strong classroom coverage and individual student assistance. Additionally, a robust team of 462 support staff members oversees essential operations ranging from counseling and administrative services to transportation and facility maintenance. This significant staffing context underscores the district's commitment to tailored instruction and holistic growth across all grade levels. Families, students, and researchers seeking additional information can visit the district online at brookhavenschools.org or contact the central office directly at (601) 833-6661.
7
Total Schools
2,432
Total Students
404.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Brookhaven School District
Demographic Student Count
White658
Hispanic55
Black1,589
Asian17
Two or More111
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    1,589 (65.3%)
  • White
    658 (27.1%)
  • Two or More
    111 (4.6%)
  • Hispanic
    55 (2.3%)
  • Asian
    17 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Brookhaven School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle2
High2
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:7
Students:2,432*
Teachers (FTE):404.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.0