For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 368 students in 39421, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39421, MS is Jefferson Davis County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39421 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39421, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39421 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jefferson Davis County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39421, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Davis County High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
891 Bass Burkett Rd
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5391
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5391
Gr: 9-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39421, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39421, MS include Jefferson Davis County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39421?
1 public high schools are located in 39421.
What is the racial composition of students in 39421?
39421 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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