For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,662 students in 39503, MS.
The top-ranked public high schools in 39503, MS are West Harrison High School and Harrison Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39503 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39503, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39503 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Harrison High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39503, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Harrison High School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10399 County Farm Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-8900
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-8900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,154 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Harrison Central High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15600 School Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-2610
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-2610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,508 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Harrison Co Voc Complex
Vocational School
15600 School Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-6652
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 832-6652
Gr: 10-12
Rank: n/an/a
Harrison County Alternative School
Alternative School
11072 Highway 49
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-5956
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 539-5956
Gr: 7-12
39503, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14426 James Bond Road
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 328-6000
Gulfport, MS 39503
(228) 328-6000
Gr: 6-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39503, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39503, MS include West Harrison High School and Harrison Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39503?
4 public high schools are located in 39503.
What is the racial composition of students in 39503?
39503 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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