For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 392 students in 39159, MS (there are , serving 157 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 39159, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39159, MS are South Delta High School and South Delta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39159 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39159, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39159, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Delta High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
303 Parkway
Rolling Fork, MS 39159
(662) 873-4308
Rolling Fork, MS 39159
(662) 873-4308
Gr: 9-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
South Delta Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
138 Weathers Avenue
Rolling Fork, MS 39159
(662) 873-4849
Rolling Fork, MS 39159
(662) 873-4849
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: n/an/a
South Delta Vocational Complex
Vocational School
285 Maple Street
Rolling Fork, MS 39159
(662) 873-2029
Rolling Fork, MS 39159
(662) 873-2029
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39159, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39159, MS include South Delta High School and South Delta Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39159?
3 public schools are located in 39159.
What percentage of students in 39159 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 39159 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39159?
39159 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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