For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,378 students in 39073, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 280 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 39073, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39073, MS are Florence Elementary School, Florence Middle School and Mclaurin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39073 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39073, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39073, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Florence Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
285 Hwy 469 N
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-8164
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-8164
Gr: 3-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Florence Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
123 Beverly Dr
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
Gr: 6-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Mclaurin High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Tiger Drive
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
Gr: 7-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Florence High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
232 Hwy 469 N.
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2205
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2205
Gr: 9-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Mclaurin Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2693 Star Rd.
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
300 Hwy 469 N
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-5724
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-5724
Gr: PK-2 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39073, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39073, MS include Florence Elementary School, Florence Middle School and Mclaurin High School.
How many public schools are located in 39073?
6 public schools are located in 39073.
What percentage of students in 39073 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 39073 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39073?
39073 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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