Best 39209 Mississippi Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 732 students in 39209, MS.
The top-ranked public high schools in 39209, MS are Provine High School and French Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39209 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39209, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39209 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Provine High School, with 81% 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 55% (majority Black).

Best 39209, MS Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Provine High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2400 Robinson St
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5393
Gr: 9-12 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
French Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
311 Joel Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5221
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Career Development Center
Vocational School
2703 First Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5322
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 39209 Mississippi

39209, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
311 Joel Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 982-5221
Gr: 1-12
545 Ellis Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5362
Gr: 6-8
156 Flag Chapel Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2544
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
1983 N Siwell Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2550
Gr: 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39209, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39209, MS include Provine High School and French Elementary School.
How many public high schools are located in 39209?
3 public high schools are located in 39209.
What is the racial composition of students in 39209?
39209 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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