For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,165 students in 39111, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 183 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 39111, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39111, MS are Magee High School, Magee Elementary School and Magee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39111 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39111, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39111, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magee High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 East Choctaw St.
Magee, MS 39111
(601) 849-2263
Magee, MS 39111
(601) 849-2263
Gr: 9-12 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Magee Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1035 Goodwater Rd Nw
Magee, MS 39111
(601) 849-3601
Magee, MS 39111
(601) 849-3601
Gr: K-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Magee Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
413 Choctaw St. E Suite 100
Magee, MS 39111
(601) 849-3334
Magee, MS 39111
(601) 849-3334
Gr: 6-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39111, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39111, MS include Magee High School, Magee Elementary School and Magee Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39111?
3 public schools are located in 39111.
What percentage of students in 39111 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 39111 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39111?
39111 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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