Best 39476 Mississippi Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 284 students in 39476, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39476, MS is Richton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39476 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39476, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39476 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Richton High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).

Best 39476, MS Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richton High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
701 Elm Avenue
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-9608
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39476, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39476, MS include Richton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39476?
1 public high schools are located in 39476.
What is the racial composition of students in 39476?
39476 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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