For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,078 students in 39073, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39073, MS are Florence Middle School and Mclaurin Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39073 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39073, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39073, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Florence Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
123 Beverly Drive
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
Gr: 6-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Mclaurin Attendance Center
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Tiger Drive
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
Gr: 7-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39073, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39073, MS include Florence Middle School and Mclaurin Attendance Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 39073?
2 public middle schools are located in 39073.
What is the racial composition of students in 39073?
39073 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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