For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,136 students in 39483, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 68 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 39483, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39483, MS are West Marion Primary School and West Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39483 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39483, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39483, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Marion Primary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
20 Cedar Street
Foxworth, MS 39483
(601) 736-3713
Foxworth, MS 39483
(601) 736-3713
Gr: PK-4 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
West Marion High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2 West Marion Street
Foxworth, MS 39483
(601) 736-6381
Foxworth, MS 39483
(601) 736-6381
Gr: 9-13 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
2 West Marion Street
Foxworth, MS 39483
(601) 731-2076
Foxworth, MS 39483
(601) 731-2076
Gr: 5-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39483, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39483, MS include West Marion Primary School and West Marion High School.
How many public schools are located in 39483?
3 public schools are located in 39483.
What percentage of students in 39483 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 39483 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39483?
39483 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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