For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,100 students in 39170, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39170, MS is Terry High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39170 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39170, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39170 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Terry High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39170, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terry High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
235 W Beasley Street
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Gr: 9-12 | 1,100 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39170, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39170, MS include Terry High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39170?
1 public high schools are located in 39170.
What is the racial composition of students in 39170?
39170 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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