Best 39402 Mississippi Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,160 students in 39402, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39402, MS is Oak Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 39402 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39402, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 39402, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2543 Old Hwy.24
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 261-4132
Gr: 6-8 | 1,160 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39402, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39402, MS include Oak Grove Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39402?
1 public middle schools are located in 39402.
What is the racial composition of students in 39402?
39402 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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