For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 84 students in 39602, MS.
Public schools in zipcode 39602 have an average reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the Mississippi public schools of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39602, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Middle School For The Arts
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 West Cherokee Street
Brookhaven, MS 39602
(601) 823-1300
Brookhaven, MS 39602
(601) 823-1300
Grades: 11-12
| 84 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brookhaven Technical Center
Vocational School
325 East Court St.
Brookhaven, MS 39602
(601) 833-8335
Brookhaven, MS 39602
(601) 833-8335
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39602, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39602, MS include Middle School For The Arts.
How many public schools are located in 39602?
2 public schools are located in 39602.
What is the racial composition of students in 39602?
39602 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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