For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 382 students in 39479, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39479, MS is Seminary High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39479 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39479, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39479 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Seminary High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39479, MS Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seminary High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Main Street
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3220
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3220
Gr: 9-12 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39479, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39479, MS include Seminary High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39479?
1 public high schools are located in 39479.
What is the racial composition of students in 39479?
39479 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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