For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 454 students in 39470, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39470, MS is Middle School Of Poplarville. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39470 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39470, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39470, MS Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middle School Of Poplarville
(Math: 57% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6 Spirit Street
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-1350
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-1350
Gr: 6-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Poplarville Career Development Center
Vocational School
9 Career Center Circle
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8343
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8343
Gr: 7-12
39470, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Poplarville Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1 Hornet St
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8477
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8477
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39470, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39470, MS include Middle School Of Poplarville.
How many public middle schools are located in 39470?
2 public middle schools are located in 39470.
What is the racial composition of students in 39470?
39470 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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