For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,628 students in 39117, MS.
The top ranked public schools in 39117, MS are Bettye Mae Jack Middle School, Morton High School and Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39117 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 35% statewide average). Schools in 39117, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39117, MS Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
128 M.l. King Drive
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Grades: 5-8
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
Morton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
238 East Fourth Avenue
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6210
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6210
Grades: 9-12
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
265 E Second Avenue
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Grades: K-4
| 645 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39117, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39117, MS include Bettye Mae Jack Middle School, Morton High School and Morton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39117, MS?
3 public schools are located in 39117, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in 39117, MS?
39117, MS public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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