Best 39740 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,262 students in 39740, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39740, MS are Caledonia Elementary School, Caledonia High School and Caledonia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39740 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39740, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).

Best 39740, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caledonia Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9509 Wolfe Road
Caledonia, MS 39740
(662) 356-2050
Gr: PK-5 | 1,082 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Caledonia High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
111 Confederate Drive
Caledonia, MS 39740
(662) 356-2001
Gr: 9-12 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Caledonia Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
105 Confederate Drive
Caledonia, MS 39740
(662) 356-2042
Gr: 6-8 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 39740, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39740, MS include Caledonia Elementary School, Caledonia High School and Caledonia Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39740?
3 public schools are located in 39740.
What is the racial composition of students in 39740?
39740 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).

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