For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 511 students in 39117, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39117, MS is Bettye Mae Jack Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 39117 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39117, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39117, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
128 M.l. King Drive
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Gr: 5-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39117, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39117, MS include Bettye Mae Jack Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39117?
1 public middle schools are located in 39117.
What is the racial composition of students in 39117?
39117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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