For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,777 students in 39402, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39402, MS is Oak Grove High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39402 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39402, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39402 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oak Grove High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39402, MS Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5198 Old Highway11
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-7232
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-7232
Grades: 9-12
| 1,777 students
39402, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1760 Old Hwy. 24
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-6724
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(601) 264-6724
Grades: 4-5
| 628 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39402, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39402, MS include Oak Grove High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39402?
1 public high schools are located in 39402.
What is the racial composition of students in 39402?
39402 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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