For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 747 students in 39629, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 540 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 39629, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in 39629, MS is Bogue Chitto School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 39629 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39629, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39629, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bogue Chitto School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
385 West Monticello Street
Bogue Chitto, MS 39629
(601) 734-2723
Bogue Chitto, MS 39629
(601) 734-2723
Gr: PK-12 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39629, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39629, MS include Bogue Chitto School.
How many public schools are located in 39629?
1 public schools are located in 39629.
What percentage of students in 39629 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 39629 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39629?
39629 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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