For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 616 students in 39189, MS.
The top ranked public schools in 39189, MS are Leake County Elementary School and Leake County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39189 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39189, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39189, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leake County Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1280 School Street
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2324
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2324
Grades: K-6
| 342 students
Rank: #22.
Leake County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Spruce Street, P. O. Box 1
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2393
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2393
Grades: 7-12
| 274 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39189, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39189, MS include Leake County Elementary School and Leake County High School.
How many public schools are located in 39189?
2 public schools are located in 39189.
What is the racial composition of students in 39189?
39189 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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