For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,772 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39402, MS Public High Schools (2025)
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: 9-12 | 1,772 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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