For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 680 students in 39465, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39465, MS is Petal Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 39465 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39465, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39465, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Petal Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
203 East Central Avenue
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 584-6301
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 584-6301
Gr: 7-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39465, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39465, MS include Petal Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39465?
1 public middle schools are located in 39465.
What is the racial composition of students in 39465?
39465 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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