For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,057 students in 39482, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 307 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 39482, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39482, MS are Sumrall Elementary School, Sumrall Middle School and Sumrall High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39482 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39482, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39482, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sumrall Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
198 Todd Rd.
Sumrall, MS 39482
(601) 758-4289
Sumrall, MS 39482
(601) 758-4289
Gr: PK-5 | 943 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Sumrall Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1217 Highway 42
Sumrall, MS 39482
(601) 758-4416
Sumrall, MS 39482
(601) 758-4416
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Sumrall High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 Center Avenue
Sumrall, MS 39482
(601) 758-4730
Sumrall, MS 39482
(601) 758-4730
Gr: 9-12 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39482, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39482, MS include Sumrall Elementary School, Sumrall Middle School and Sumrall High School.
How many public schools are located in 39482?
3 public schools are located in 39482.
What percentage of students in 39482 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 39482 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39482?
39482 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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