For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,744 students in 39402, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39402, MS is Oak Grove High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39402 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39402, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39402 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oak Grove High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39402, MS Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove High School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5198 Old Highway11
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-7232
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-7232
Gr: 9-13 | 1,744 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39402, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39402, MS include Oak Grove High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39402?
1 public high schools are located in 39402.
What is the racial composition of students in 39402?
39402 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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