Best 39305 Mississippi Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,908 students in 39305, MS.
The top ranked public high schools in 39305, MS are Northeast Lauderdale High School and Meridian High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39305 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 34% statewide average). High schools in 39305, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39305 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northeast Lauderdale 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best 39305, MS Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northeast Lauderdale High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
702 Briarwood Road
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 679-8523
Grades: 9-12
| 600 students
Rank: #22.
Meridian High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2320 32nd Street
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 482-3191
Grades: 9-12
| 1,308 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 39305, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39305, MS include Northeast Lauderdale High School and Meridian High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39305, MS?
2 public high schools are located in 39305, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in 39305, MS?
39305, MS public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 53% (majority Black).

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