For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,286 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 61% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 46%), 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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39402, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2543 Old Hwy.24
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-4634
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-4634
Grades: 6-8
| 1,286 students
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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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