For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,600 students in 39218, MS.
The top ranked public schools in 39218, MS are Richland Upper Elementary School and Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39218 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39218, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39218, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richland Upper Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 Wilson Drive
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-2288
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-2288
Grades: 3-6
| 469 students
Rank: #22.
Richland High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Highway 49 South
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-5144
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-5144
Grades: 7-12
| 771 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 Spell Drive
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-4375
Richland, MS 39218
(601) 939-4375
Grades: PK-2
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39218, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39218, MS include Richland Upper Elementary School and Richland High School.
How many public schools are located in 39218?
3 public schools are located in 39218.
What is the racial composition of students in 39218?
39218 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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