For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 775 students in 39426, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39426, MS is Pearl River Central Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39426 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39426, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39426, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pearl River Central Junior High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7391 Hwy 11
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-5654
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-5654
Grades: 6-8
| 775 students
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
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
39426, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
116 Alphabet Ave.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Grades: K-2
| 711 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39426, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39426, MS include Pearl River Central Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39426?
2 public middle schools are located in 39426.
What is the racial composition of students in 39426?
39426 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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