Best Picayune Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 488 students in Picayune, MS.

The top-ranked public middle school in Picayune, MS is Picayune Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Picayune, MS public middle schools have an score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in Picayune 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 Public Middle Schools in Picayune, MS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Picayune Junior High School

(Math: 46% | Reading: 35%)
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Bottom 50%

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702 Goodyear Blvd.
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

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900 East Third Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0684

Gr: 7-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Picayune, MS?

The top-ranked public middle schools in Picayune, MS include Picayune Junior High School.

How many public middle schools are located in Picayune?

2 public middle schools are located in Picayune.

What is the racial composition of students in Picayune?

Picayune 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).