For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 446 students in 39701, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39701, MS is West Lowndes High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39701 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39701, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39701 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Middle School For Math And Science, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39701, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Lowndes High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
644 South Frontage Road
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 244-5070
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 244-5070
Gr: 7-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Cmsd Alternative School
Alternative School
1425 10th Ave North
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7250
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 241-7250
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Middle School For Math And Science
Magnet School
5th Ave South And Mscw Dr
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 329-7672
Columbus, MS 39701
(662) 329-7672
Gr: 11-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39701, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39701, MS include West Lowndes High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39701?
3 public high schools are located in 39701.
What is the racial composition of students in 39701?
39701 public high schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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