For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 535 students in 39654, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39654, MS is Lawrence County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39654 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39654, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39654 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lawrence County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39654, MS Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawrence County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
713 Thomas E. Jolly Dr.
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4910
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4910
Grades: 9-12
| 535 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lawrence Co Tech & Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
686 Smith Lane
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-9346
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-9346
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39654, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39654, MS include Lawrence County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39654?
2 public high schools are located in 39654.
What is the racial composition of students in 39654?
39654 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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