For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 246 students in 39439, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39439, MS is Heidelberg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39439 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39439, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39439 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Heidelberg High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39439, MS Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heidelberg High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
804 North Pine Ave
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3414
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3414
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
39439, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jasper County Career Development Center (Closed 2013)
Vocational School
2419 Hwy 528
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-4753
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-4753
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39439, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39439, MS include Heidelberg High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39439?
1 public high schools are located in 39439.
What is the racial composition of students in 39439?
39439 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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