Best 39157 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,166 students in 39157, MS (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,343 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 39157, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 39157, MS are Ridgeland High School, Highland Elementary School and Old Town Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 39157 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39157, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.

Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).