For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,360 students in 39555, MS.
The top ranked public schools in 39555, MS are East Central High School and East Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 39555 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39555, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39555, MS ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Central High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
21700 Slider Rd.
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3120
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3120
Grades: 9-12
| 793 students
Rank: #22.
East Central Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21725 Slider Rd, Po Box 13 Hur
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3170
Hurley, MS 39555
(228) 283-3170
Grades: 6-8
| 567 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39555, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39555, MS include East Central High School and East Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39555?
2 public schools are located in 39555.
What is the racial composition of students in 39555?
39555 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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