For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 482 students in 39161, MS.
The top-ranked public school in 39161, MS is Pisgah High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 39161 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39161, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39161, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pisgah High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
115 Tori Bowie Lane
Sandhill, MS 39161
(601) 829-1138
Sandhill, MS 39161
(601) 829-1138
Gr: 7-12 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39161, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39161, MS include Pisgah High School.
How many public schools are located in 39161?
1 public schools are located in 39161.
What is the racial composition of students in 39161?
39161 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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