Best 39153 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,095 students in 39153, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39153, MS are Raleigh High School and Raleigh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39153 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39153, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).

Best 39153, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raleigh High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
491 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4261
Gr: 7-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Raleigh Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
201 White Oak Avenue
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-9507
Gr: PK-6 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
Community Learning Center
Alternative School
469 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4796
Gr: 3-12
Rank: n/an/a
Smith County Career Center
Vocational School
469 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4211
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 39153, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39153, MS include Raleigh High School and Raleigh Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39153?
4 public schools are located in 39153.
What is the racial composition of students in 39153?
39153 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).

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