For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 905 students in 39046, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39046, MS is Canton Public High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39046 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39046, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39046 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canton Public 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 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39046, MS Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canton Public High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
634 Finney Road
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-5325
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-5325
Gr: 10-12 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: n/an/a
Canton Career Center
Vocational School
487 North Union Extension
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-3984
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-3984
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Canton Educational Services Center
Alternative School
529 Mace Street
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-5010
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-5010
Gr: 4-12
Rank: n/an/a
634 Finney Road
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-3866
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-3866
Gr: 9 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39046, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39046, MS include Canton Public High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39046?
4 public high schools are located in 39046.
What is the racial composition of students in 39046?
39046 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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