For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 179 students in 38756, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 38756, MS is Leland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38756 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38756, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38756 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leland 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38756, MS Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leland High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
402 E. Third Street
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5020
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5020
Grades: 9-12
| 179 students
Rank: n/an/a
Leland Career & Technical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
404 South Deer Creek Drive
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5025
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5025
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38756, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 38756, MS include Leland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38756?
2 public high schools are located in 38756.
What is the racial composition of students in 38756?
38756 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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