For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,317 students in 39083, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39083, MS are Hazlehurst High School, Hazlehurst Middle School and Hazlehurst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39083 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39083, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39083, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazlehurst High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 S. Haley Street
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
(601) 894-2489
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
(601) 894-2489
Gr: 9-13 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Hazlehurst Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
112 Marvin Minor Drive
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
(601) 894-3463
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
(601) 894-3463
Gr: 6-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hazlehurst Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
112 Marvin Minor Drive
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
(601) 894-3960
Hazlehurst, MS 39083
(601) 894-3960
Gr: PK-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39083, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39083, MS include Hazlehurst High School, Hazlehurst Middle School and Hazlehurst Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39083?
3 public schools are located in 39083.
What is the racial composition of students in 39083?
39083 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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