For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 424 students in 39428, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39428, MS is Collins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39428 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39428, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39428 have a Graduation Rate of 54%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Collins High School, with 50-59% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39428, MS Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Collins High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1208 S. Dogwood
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-3203
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-3203
Gr: 7-12 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Covington Co Vocational Technical
Vocational School
1200 S. Dogwood St.
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-8253
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-8253
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Covington County Alternative School
Alternative School
1211 South Dogwood Street
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-1465
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-1465
Gr: K-12
39428, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
104 Carver Dr.
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-4908
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-4908
Gr: 5-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39428, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39428, MS include Collins High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39428?
3 public high schools are located in 39428.
What is the racial composition of students in 39428?
39428 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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