For the 2026 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 (2026)
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 51±¬ÁÏs (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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