For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 613 students in 39702, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39702, MS is New Hope Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39702 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). Middle schools in 39702, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 39702, MS Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Hope Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3419 New Hope Road
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-4740
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-4740
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lowndes County Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
3419 New Hope Road
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-5060
Columbus, MS 39702
(662) 244-5060
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39702, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39702, MS include New Hope Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39702?
2 public middle schools are located in 39702.
What is the racial composition of students in 39702?
39702 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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