For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,457 students in 39401, MS (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,453 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 39401, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 39401, MS are Dixie Attendance Center, Woodley Elementary School and Rowan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39401 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39401, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39401, MS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dixie Attendance Center
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
790 Elks Lake Road
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-4890
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-4890
Grades: PK-8
| 474 students
Rank: #22.
Woodley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2006 O Ferrell St
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-8112
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-8112
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #33.
Rowan Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Martin Luther King Drive
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #44.
North Forrest Attendance Center
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
702 Eatonville Road
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-6466
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-6466
Grades: K-6
| 239 students
Rank: #55.
Hattiesburg High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 Hutchinson Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Grades: 9-12
| 960 students
Rank: #66.
Grace Christian Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2207 W 7th Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0662
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0662
Grades: PK-5
| 314 students
Rank: #77.
North Forrest High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
693 Eatonville Road
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 545-9304
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 545-9304
Grades: 7-12
| 364 students
Rank: #88.
Hawkins Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
526 Forrest Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
Rank: #99.
N R Burger Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
174 Wsf Tatum Drive
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-0536
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-0536
Grades: 7-8
| 568 students
Rank: #1010.
Hattiesburg Steam Academy
(Math: 41% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
176 Wsf Tatum Dr.
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-5291
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-5291
Grades: 6
| 246 students
Rank: #1111.
Earl Travillion Attendance Center
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
316 Travillion Drive
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-9303
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-9303
Grades: K-8
| 277 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mary Bethune Alternative
Alternative School
901 Ida Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-6311
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-6311
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
39401, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
301 Hutchinson Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Grades: 9
| 342 students
901 Ida Avenue
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-5291
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 582-5291
Grades: PK-6
| 391 students
526 Forrest Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-4311
Grades: K-6
| 373 students
5489 Highway 42
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 583-0960
Grades: K-6
| 337 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39401, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39401, MS include Dixie Attendance Center, Woodley Elementary School and Rowan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39401, MS?
12 public schools are located in 39401, MS.
What percentage of students in 39401, MS go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 39401, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39401, MS?
39401, MS public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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