For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 488 students in 39466, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39466, MS is Picayune Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39466 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39466, 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 53% (majority Black).
Best 39466, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Picayune Junior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
702 Goodyear Blvd.
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-5449
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-5449
Gr: 7-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Alternative Education
Alternative School
900 East Third Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0684
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0684
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39466, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39466, MS include Picayune Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39466?
2 public middle schools are located in 39466.
What is the racial composition of students in 39466?
39466 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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