For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 997 students in 39426, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39426, MS is Pearl River Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39426 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39426, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39426 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pearl River Central High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39426, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl River Central High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7407 Highway 11
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-1986
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-1986
Gr: 9-12 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Alternative Education
Alternative School
461 Burgetown Rd.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-6852
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-6852
Gr: 6-12
39426, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
116 Alphabet Ave.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Gr: K-2 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39426, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39426, MS include Pearl River Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39426?
2 public high schools are located in 39426.
What is the racial composition of students in 39426?
39426 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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