For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 369 students in 39428, MS.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle schools in zipcode 39428 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39428, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39428, MS Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
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: 7-13 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
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 middle schools in 39428, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39428, MS include Collins High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39428?
2 public middle schools are located in 39428.
What is the racial composition of students in 39428?
39428 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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