For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 872 students in Clinton, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in Clinton, MS is Clinton Jr Hi School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clinton, MS public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in Clinton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Clinton, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clinton Jr Hi School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
711 Lakeview Drive
Clinton, MS 39056
(601) 924-0619
Clinton, MS 39056
(601) 924-0619
Gr: 7-8 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Clinton Alternative School
Alternative School
201 Easthaven Drive
Clinton, MS 39060
(601) 925-4027
Clinton, MS 39060
(601) 925-4027
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Clinton, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Clinton, MS include Clinton Jr Hi School.
How many public middle schools are located in Clinton?
2 public middle schools are located in Clinton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clinton?
Clinton public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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