Best 38858 Mississippi Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 315 students in 38858, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 38858, MS is Nettleton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 38858 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 38858, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38858 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nettleton High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best 38858, MS Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nettleton High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
165 Mullen Avenue
Nettleton, MS 38858
(662) 963-2306
Gr: 9-13 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38858, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38858, MS include Nettleton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38858?
1 public high schools are located in 38858.
What is the racial composition of students in 38858?
38858 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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