For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 157 students in 39653, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39653, MS is Franklin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39653 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39653, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39653, MS Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
236 Edison Street
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-2441
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-2441
Gr: 7-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Franklin Career & Technical Center
Vocational School
129 Vo-tech Lane
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-5889
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-5889
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39653, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39653, MS include Franklin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39653?
2 public middle schools are located in 39653.
What is the racial composition of students in 39653?
39653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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