Best 39476 Mississippi Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 584 students in 39476, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39476, MS are Sand Hill Elementary School and Richton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39476 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39476, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).

Best 39476, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
39455 Hwy 63 North
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
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 middle schools in 39476, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39476, MS include Sand Hill Elementary School and Richton High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39476?
2 public middle schools are located in 39476.
What is the racial composition of students in 39476?
39476 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).

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