Best 39040 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 380 students in 39040, MS.
The top-ranked public school in 39040, MS is Bentonia Gibbs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 39040 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39040, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).

Best 39040, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bentonia Gibbs School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10340 Hwy 433 West
Bentonia, MS 39040
(662) 755-9966
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 39040, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39040, MS include Bentonia Gibbs School.
How many public schools are located in 39040?
1 public schools are located in 39040.
What is the racial composition of students in 39040?
39040 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).

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