For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,135 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39153, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raleigh High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
491 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4261
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4261
Gr: 7-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Raleigh Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 White Oak Avenue
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-9507
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-9507
Gr: PK-6 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Community Learning Center
Alternative School
469 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4796
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
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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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