For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,999 students in 39170, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39170, MS are Terry High School and Byram Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39170 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39170, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39170, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terry High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
235 W Beasley Street
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 878-5905
Gr: 9-12 | 1,100 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Byram Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2009 Byram Bulldog Blvd.
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 372-4597
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 372-4597
Gr: 6-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Instant Impact Global Prep
Charter School
319 Us Hwy 61 South
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 653-3709
Terry, MS 39170
(601) 653-3709
Gr: K-2 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39170, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39170, MS include Terry High School and Byram Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39170?
3 public schools are located in 39170.
What is the racial composition of students in 39170?
39170 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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