For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,363 students in Myrtle, MS.
The top ranked public high schools in Myrtle, MS are West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Myrtle, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Myrtle have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public high schools.
Myrtle, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Myrtle Attendance Center, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Myrtle, MS (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Union Attendance Center
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1610 St Hwy 30 West
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 534-6745
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 534-6745
Grades: PK-12
| 659 students
Rank: #22.
Myrtle Attendance Center
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1008 Hawk Avenue
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 988-2416
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 988-2416
Grades: PK-12
| 704 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Myrtle, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in Myrtle, MS include West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center.
How many public high schools are located in Myrtle?
2 public high schools are located in Myrtle.
What is the racial composition of students in Myrtle?
Myrtle public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Myrtle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Myrtle include: Myrtle Attendance Center vs. West Union Attendance Center, West Union Attendance Center vs. Myrtle Attendance Center
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