For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,662 students in 39503, MS.
The top ranked public high schools in 39503, MS are West Harrison High School and Harrison 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 39503 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39503, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39503 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Harrison High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39503, MS Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Harrison High School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10399 County Farm Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-8900
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-8900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,154 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Harrison Central High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15600 School Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-2610
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-2610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,508 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Harrison Co Voc Complex
Vocational School
15600 School Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-6652
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-6652
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Harrison County Alternative School
Alternative School
11072 Highway 49
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-5956
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-5956
Gr: 7-12
39503, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14426 James Bond Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 328-6000
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 328-6000
Gr: 6-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39503, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39503, MS include West Harrison High School and Harrison Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39503?
4 public high schools are located in 39503.
What is the racial composition of students in 39503?
39503 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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