Best 39426 Mississippi Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 952 students in 39426, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39426, MS is Pearl River 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 39426 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39426, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39426 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pearl River Central High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best 39426, MS Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl River Central High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7407 Highway 11
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-1986
Gr: 9-12 | 952 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Alternative Education
Alternative School
461 Burgetown Rd.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-6852
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39426, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39426, MS include Pearl River Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39426?
2 public high schools are located in 39426.
What is the racial composition of students in 39426?
39426 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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