Best 39202 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,533 students in 39202, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 796 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 39202, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 39202, MS are Barack Obama Elementary School, Wells Apac Elementary School and Murrah High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 39202 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39202, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public schools.

Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).