For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,013 students in 39301, MS (there are 3 private schools, serving 626 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 39301, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 39301, MS are Clarkdale High School, Southeast Lauderdale Elementary School and Southeast Lauderdale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39301 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in 39301, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39301, MS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarkdale High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7000 Highway 145
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Grades: 7-12
| 476 students
Rank: #22.
Southeast Lauderdale Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2362 A Long Creek Road
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 486-2500
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 486-2500
Grades: PK-4
| 495 students
Rank: #33.
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2535 Old Highway 19 S.e.
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 485-5751
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 485-5751
Grades: 5-8
| 361 students
Rank: #44.
Southeast Lauderdale High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2362 Longcreek Raod
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 483-5501
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 483-5501
Grades: 9-12
| 399 students
Rank: #55.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
730 Crestwood Dr.
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 482-0395
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 482-0395
Grades: PK-5
| 282 students
39301, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7000 Highway 145
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
2814 Davis St
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4073
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4073
Grades: 8-9
| n/a students
1516 12th Ave
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4475
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4475
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39301, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39301, MS include Clarkdale High School, Southeast Lauderdale Elementary School and Southeast Lauderdale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39301, MS?
5 public schools are located in 39301, MS.
What percentage of students in 39301, MS go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 39301, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39301, MS?
39301, MS public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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