For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,348 students in 39437, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39437, MS is South Jones High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39437 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39437, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39437 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Jones High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39437, MS Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Jones High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
313 Anderson Street
Ellisville, MS 39437
(601) 477-8451
Ellisville, MS 39437
(601) 477-8451
Gr: 7-12 | 1,348 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
39437, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 Deason Street
Ellisville, MS 39437
(601) 477-8008
Ellisville, MS 39437
(601) 477-8008
Gr: K-3 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39437, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39437, MS include South Jones High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39437?
1 public high schools are located in 39437.
What is the racial composition of students in 39437?
39437 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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