For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,393 students in Myrtle, MS.
The top ranked public middle schools in Myrtle, MS are West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Myrtle, MS public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in Myrtle have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Myrtle, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Union Attendance Center
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1610 St Hwy 30 West
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 534-6745
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 534-6745
Gr: PK-12 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Myrtle Attendance Center
(Math: 77% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1008 Hawk Avenue
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 988-2416
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 988-2416
Gr: PK-12 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Myrtle, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in Myrtle, MS include West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center.
How many public middle schools are located in Myrtle?
2 public middle schools are located in Myrtle.
What is the racial composition of students in Myrtle?
Myrtle public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Myrtle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Myrtle include: Myrtle Attendance Center vs. West Union Attendance Center, West Union Attendance Center vs. Myrtle Attendance Center
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