For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 242 students in 38859, MS.
The top ranked public school in 38859, MS is New Site High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 38859 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 38859, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38859, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Site High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1020 Hwy. 4 East
New Site, MS 38859
(662) 728-5205
New Site, MS 38859
(662) 728-5205
Grades: 9-12
| 242 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38859, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 38859, MS include New Site High School.
How many public schools are located in 38859?
1 public schools are located in 38859.
What is the racial composition of students in 38859?
38859 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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