For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 792 students in 39327, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39327, MS is Newton County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39327 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39327, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39327, MS Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton County High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16255 Hwy 503
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4261
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4261
Gr: 6-12 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
East Central Alternative School
Alternative School
273 Tenth Avenue
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2118
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2118
Gr: 3-12
Rank: n/an/a
Newton County Voc Complex
Vocational School
15935 Highway 15 North
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39327, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39327, MS include Newton County High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39327?
3 public middle schools are located in 39327.
What is the racial composition of students in 39327?
39327 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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