For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,324 students in 39206, MS.
The top ranked public middle schools in 39206, MS are Joel E. Smilow Prep, Kirksey Middle School and Chastain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39206 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 33% statewide average). Middle schools in 39206, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 39206, MS Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joel E. Smilow Prep
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
787 E. Northside Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Grades: 5-8
| 570 students
Rank: #22.
Kirksey Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5677 Highland Dr
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-8360
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-8360
Grades: 6-8
| 249 students
Rank: #33.
Chastain Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4650 Manhattan Road
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3550
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3550
Grades: 6-8
| 505 students
39206, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3915 Watkins Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3594
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3594
Grades: PK-5
| 207 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39206, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39206, MS include Joel E. Smilow Prep, Kirksey Middle School and Chastain Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39206, MS?
3 public middle schools are located in 39206, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in 39206, MS?
39206, MS public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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