For the 2025 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)
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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