For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 407 students in 39475, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39475, MS is Purvis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39475 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39475, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39475, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Purvis Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 School Street
Purvis, MS 39475
(601) 794-1068
Purvis, MS 39475
(601) 794-1068
Grades: 6-8
| 407 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jefferson/todd Alternative Program
Alternative School
424 Martin Luther King Drive
Purvis, MS 39475
(601) 794-1097
Purvis, MS 39475
(601) 794-1097
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39475, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39475, MS include Purvis Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39475?
2 public middle schools are located in 39475.
What is the racial composition of students in 39475?
39475 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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