For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 203 students in 39462, MS.
The top ranked public middle school in 39462, MS is Perry Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39462 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39462, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39462, MS Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Perry Central Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 8th Ave. South
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3226
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3226
Grades: 6-8
| 203 students
Rank: n/an/a
Perry County Alternative Center
Alternative School
9899 Hwy 98 East
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39462, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39462, MS include Perry Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39462?
2 public middle schools are located in 39462.
What is the racial composition of students in 39462?
39462 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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