For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,501 students in 39402, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 150 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 39402, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 39402, MS are Longleaf Elementary School, Oak Grove High School and Oak Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39402 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in 39402, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39402, MS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Longleaf Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5279 W. 4th Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-3858
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-3858
Grades: PK-5
| 695 students
Rank: #22.
Oak Grove High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5198 Old Highway11
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-7232
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-7232
Grades: 9-12
| 1,764 students
Rank: #33.
Oak Grove Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2543 Old Hwy.24
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-4634
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-4634
Grades: 6-8
| 1,375 students
Rank: #44.
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1760 Old Hwy. 24
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-6724
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-6724
Grades: 4-5
| 628 students
Rank: #55.
Oak Grove Lower Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1762 Old Highway 24
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 268-3862
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 268-3862
Grades: 2-3
| 576 students
Rank: #66.
Rawls Springs Attendance Center
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10 Archie Smith Road
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 268-2217
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 268-2217
Grades: PK-6
| 211 students
Rank: #77.
Thames Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Jamestown Road
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 582-6655
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 582-6655
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: n/an/a
70 Leaf Lane
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-9764
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-9764
Grades: PK-1
| 724 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39402, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39402, MS include Longleaf Elementary School, Oak Grove High School and Oak Grove Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39402, MS?
8 public schools are located in 39402, MS.
What percentage of students in 39402, MS go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 39402, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39402, MS?
39402, MS public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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