For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,647 students in 39540, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 128 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 39540, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 39540, MS are Diberville Elementary School and Diberville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39540 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39540, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39540, MS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Diberville Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4540 Brodie Road
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-2803
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-2803
Grades: K-3
| 729 students
Rank: #22.
Diberville Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3320 Warrior Drive
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-1746
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-1746
Grades: 4-8
| 918 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39540, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39540, MS include Diberville Elementary School and Diberville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39540, MS?
2 public schools are located in 39540, MS.
What percentage of students in 39540, MS go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 39540, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39540, MS?
39540, MS public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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