For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,870 students in 39170, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 42 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 39170, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 39170, MS are Terry High School and Byram Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39170 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39170, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39170, MS Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Terry High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
235 W Beasley Street
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Grades: 9-12
| 1,098 students
Rank: #22.
Byram Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Byram Bulldog Blvd.
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 372-4597
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 372-4597
Grades: 6-8
| 772 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39170, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39170, MS include Terry High School and Byram Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39170?
2 public schools are located in 39170.
What percentage of students in 39170 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 39170 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39170?
39170 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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