For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 612 students in 39702, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39702, MS is New Hope Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39702 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39702, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39702, MS Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Hope Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3419 New Hope Road
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-4740
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Lowndes County Alternative School
Alternative School
3419 New Hope Road
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-5060
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-5060
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39702, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39702, MS include New Hope Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39702?
2 public middle schools are located in 39702.
What is the racial composition of students in 39702?
39702 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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