For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 248 students in 39345, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39345, MS is Newton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39345 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39345, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39345 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Newton 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39345, MS Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 W. First Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-2232
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-2232
Grades: 9-12
| 248 students
Rank: n/an/a
Newton Municipal Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
203 W. First Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-6338
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-6338
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
39345, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 150
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Grades: 5-8
| 356 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39345, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39345, MS include Newton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39345?
2 public high schools are located in 39345.
What is the racial composition of students in 39345?
39345 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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