For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,430 students in 39206, MS.
The top ranked public charter schools in 39206, MS are Joel E. Smilow Prep, Joel E Smilow Collegiate and Midtown Public Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 39206 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Mississippi public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 22% statewide average). Charter schools in 39206, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public charter school average of 98% (majority Black).
Best 39206, MS Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joel E. Smilow Prep
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
787 E. Northside Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Grades: 5-8
| 577 students
Rank: #22.
Joel E Smilow Collegiate
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
787 E. Northside Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Grades: K-4
| 569 students
Rank: #33.
Midtown Public Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4759 I 55
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 354-7770
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 354-7770
Grades: 4-8
| 284 students
39206, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3915 Watkins Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3594
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3594
Grades: PK-5
| 207 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 39206, MS?
The top ranked public charter schools in 39206, MS include Joel E. Smilow Prep, Joel E Smilow Collegiate and Midtown Public Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 39206?
3 public charter schools are located in 39206.
What is the racial composition of students in 39206?
39206 public charter schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public charter schools average of 98% (majority Black).
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