For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 328 students in 38759, MS.
The top ranked public school in 38759, MS is Hayes Cooper Center For Math Sc Tec. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38759 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38759, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38759, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayes Cooper Center For Math Sc Tec
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Martin L. King
Merigold, MS 38759
(662) 748-2734
Merigold, MS 38759
(662) 748-2734
Gr: PK-6 | 328 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38759, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38759, MS include Hayes Cooper Center For Math Sc Tec.
How many public schools are located in 38759?
1 public schools are located in 38759.
What is the racial composition of students in 38759?
38759 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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