For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,198 students in 39479, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 69 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 39479, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 39479, MS are Seminary Elementary School, Seminary High School and Seminary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39479 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39479, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39479, MS Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seminary Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Main St.
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3355
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3355
Grades: K-4
| 427 students
Rank: #22.
Seminary High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Main Street
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3220
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3220
Grades: 9-12
| 388 students
Rank: #33.
Seminary Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Main St
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-4510
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-4510
Grades: 5-8
| 383 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39479, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39479, MS include Seminary Elementary School, Seminary High School and Seminary Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39479?
3 public schools are located in 39479.
What percentage of students in 39479 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 39479 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39479?
39479 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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