Best 39056 Mississippi Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,730 students in 39056, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39056, MS is Clinton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39056 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39056, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39056 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clinton High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best 39056, MS Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
401 Arrow Drive
Clinton, MS 39056
(601) 924-5656
Gr: 10-13 | 1,334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Clinton Voc Complex
Vocational School
401 Arrow Drive
Clinton, MS 39056
(601) 924-0247
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
400 W. Northside Drive
Clinton, MS 39056
(601) 924-5510
Gr: 9 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39056, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39056, MS include Clinton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39056?
3 public high schools are located in 39056.
What is the racial composition of students in 39056?
39056 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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