Best 39429 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,293 students in 39429, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 546 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 39429, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).

The top-ranked public schools in 39429, MS are Columbia Elementary School, Columbia Primary School and Columbia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 39429 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39429, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.

Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).