For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 556 students in 39470, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39470, MS is Poplarville Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39470 have an average math proficiency score of 95% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39470, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39470 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Poplarville Jr Sr High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39470, MS Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Poplarville Jr Sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
#1 Hornet Drive
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8424
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8424
Grades: 9-12
| 556 students
Rank: n/an/a
Poplarville Career Development Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
9 Career Center Circle
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8343
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8343
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
39470, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Poplarville Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1 Hornet St
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8477
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8477
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39470, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39470, MS include Poplarville Jr Sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39470?
2 public high schools are located in 39470.
What is the racial composition of students in 39470?
39470 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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