For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,924 students in 39305, MS.
The top ranked public high schools in 39305, MS are Northeast Lauderdale High School and Meridian High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39305 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39305, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39305 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northeast Lauderdale High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39305, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northeast Lauderdale High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
702 Briarwood Road
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 679-8523
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 679-8523
Grades: 9-12
| 610 students
Rank: #22.
Meridian High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2320 32nd Street
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 482-3191
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 482-3191
Grades: 9-12
| 1,314 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39305, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39305, MS include Northeast Lauderdale High School and Meridian High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39305?
2 public high schools are located in 39305.
What is the racial composition of students in 39305?
39305 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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