For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 584 students in 39476, MS.
The top ranked public middle schools in 39476, MS are Sand Hill Elementary School and Richton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39476 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39476, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39476, MS Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39455 Hwy 63 North
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Richton High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Elm Avenue
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-9608
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-9608
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 39476, MS?
The top ranked public middle schools in 39476, MS include Sand Hill Elementary School and Richton High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39476?
2 public middle schools are located in 39476.
What is the racial composition of students in 39476?
39476 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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