For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 424 students in 39428, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39428, MS is Collins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39428 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39428, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39428, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Collins High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1208 S. Dogwood
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-3203
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-3203
Grades: 7-12
| 424 students
Rank: n/an/a
Covington County Alternative School
Alternative School
1211 South Dogwood Street
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-1465
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-1465
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
39428, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
104 Carver Dr.
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-4908
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-4908
Grades: 5-8
| 266 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39428, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39428, MS include Collins High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39428?
2 public middle schools are located in 39428.
What is the racial composition of students in 39428?
39428 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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