For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 555 students in 39440, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39440, MS is Laurel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39440 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 38% statewide average). Middle schools in 39440, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best 39440, MS Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Laurel Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Grandview Drive
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-5312
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-5312
Grades: 6-8
| 555 students
Rank: n/an/a
jones co career & tech Educational center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2409 Moose Drive
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 425-2378
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 425-2378
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Laurel Education Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
795 South 19th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 649-5195
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 649-5195
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
39440, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
795 South 19th Ave
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 426-6437
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 426-6437
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1125 North Fifth Ave
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-5312
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-5312
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39440, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39440, MS include Laurel Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39440?
3 public middle schools are located in 39440.
What is the racial composition of students in 39440?
39440 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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