For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 912 students in 39556, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39556, MS is Hancock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 39556 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39556, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39556, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hancock Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7070 Stennis Airport Drive
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-1889
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-1889
Gr: 6-8 | 912 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39556, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39556, MS include Hancock Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39556?
1 public middle schools are located in 39556.
What is the racial composition of students in 39556?
39556 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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