For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 936 students in Picayune, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in Picayune, MS is Picayune Memorial High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Picayune, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Picayune have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Picayune, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Picayune Memorial High School, with 79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Picayune, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Picayune Memorial High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Fifth Avenue
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-1380
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-1380
Gr: 9-13 | 936 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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
Rank: n/an/a
Pmhs Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
600 Goodyear Blvd.
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-7601
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-7601
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Picayune, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Picayune, MS include Picayune Memorial High School.
How many public high schools are located in Picayune?
3 public high schools are located in Picayune.
What is the racial composition of students in Picayune?
Picayune public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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