For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 278 students in 39462, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39462, MS is Perry Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39462 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39462, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39462 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Perry Central High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39462, MS Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Perry Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9899 Hwy 98 East
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
Grades: 9-12
| 278 students
Rank: n/an/a
Perry Co Voc Complex
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
9899 A Hwy 98 East, Po Box 13
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-8282
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-8282
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Perry County Alternative Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
9899 Hwy 98 East
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39462, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39462, MS include Perry Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39462?
3 public high schools are located in 39462.
What is the racial composition of students in 39462?
39462 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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