For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,280 students in 39208, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39208, MS is Pearl High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 39208 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39208, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39208 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pearl High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39208, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Pirates Cove
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7931
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7931
Gr: 9-12 | 1,280 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39208, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39208, MS include Pearl High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39208?
1 public high schools are located in 39208.
What is the racial composition of students in 39208?
39208 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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