Best 39701 Mississippi Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 206 students in 39701, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39701, MS is West Lowndes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39701 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39701, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best 39701, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Lowndes High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
644 South Frontage Road
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 244-5070
Gr: 7-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Cmsd Alternative School
Alternative School
1425 10th Ave North
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7250
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39701, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39701, MS include West Lowndes High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39701?
2 public middle schools are located in 39701.
What is the racial composition of students in 39701?
39701 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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