For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,645 students in 39042, MS.
The top ranked public high school in 39042, MS is Brandon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
high schools in zipcode 39042 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39042, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public high schools.
high school in zipcode 39042 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brandon High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39042, MS High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brandon High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3090 Highway 18
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 825-2261
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 825-2261
Grades: 9-12
| 1,645 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rankin County Learning Center
Alternative School
200 School Rd.
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 824-0334
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 824-0334
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 39042, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in 39042, MS include Brandon High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39042?
2 public high schools are located in 39042.
What is the racial composition of students in 39042?
39042 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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