For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 782 students in 39301, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39301, MS are Clarkdale High School and Southeast Lauderdale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39301 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39301, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39301, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2535 Old Highway 19 S.e.
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 485-5751
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 485-5751
Gr: 5-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
39301, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39301, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39301, MS include Clarkdale High School and Southeast Lauderdale Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39301?
2 public middle schools are located in 39301.
What is the racial composition of students in 39301?
39301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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