Best 39648 Mississippi Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 312 students in 39648, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39648, MS is Denman Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39648 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39648, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 39648, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Denman Junior High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1211 Louisiana Avenue
Mccomb, MS 39648
(601) 684-2387
Gr: 7-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Tac Alternative School
Alternative School
906 Louisiana Avenue
Mccomb, MS 39648
(601) 249-4765
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39648, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39648, MS include Denman Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39648?
2 public middle schools are located in 39648.
What is the racial composition of students in 39648?
39648 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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