For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 375 students in 39040, MS.
The top ranked public school in 39040, MS is Bentonia Gibbs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø school in zipcode 39040 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39040, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39040, MS ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bentonia Gibbs School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10340 Hwy 433 West
Bentonia, MS 39040
(662) 755-2270
Bentonia, MS 39040
(662) 755-2270
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39040, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39040, MS include Bentonia Gibbs School.
How many public schools are located in 39040?
1 public schools are located in 39040.
What is the racial composition of students in 39040?
39040 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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