For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 237 students in 39345, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39345, MS is Newton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39345 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39345, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39345 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newton High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39345, MS Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 W. First Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-2232
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-2232
Gr: 9-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Newton Municipal Career Center
Vocational School
203 W. First Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-6338
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-6338
Gr: 9-12
39345, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 150
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Gr: 5-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39345, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39345, MS include Newton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39345?
2 public high schools are located in 39345.
What is the racial composition of students in 39345?
39345 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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