For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,683 students in 39301, MS (there are 3 private schools, serving 626 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 39301, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39301, MS are Clarkdale Elementary School, Clarkdale High School and Southeast Lauderdale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39301 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39301, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39301, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkdale Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 Highway 145
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Gr: PK-6 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Clarkdale High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 Highway 145
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Gr: 7-12 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Southeast Lauderdale High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2362 Longcreek Raod
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 483-5501
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 483-5501
Gr: 9-13 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 Crestwood Dr
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4971
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4971
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39301, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39301, MS include Clarkdale Elementary School, Clarkdale High School and Southeast Lauderdale High School.
How many public schools are located in 39301?
4 public schools are located in 39301.
What percentage of students in 39301 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 39301 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39301?
39301 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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