For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 739 students in 39439, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39439, MS are Heidelberg High School, Heidelberg Jr. High School and William J. Berry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39439 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39439, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39439, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heidelberg High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
804 North Pine Ave
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3414
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3414
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Heidelberg Jr. High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 North Pine Avenue
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3665
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3665
Gr: 7-8 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #33.
William J. Berry Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4035 County Road 8
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-2601
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-2601
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39439, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39439, MS include Heidelberg High School, Heidelberg Jr. High School and William J. Berry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39439?
3 public schools are located in 39439.
What is the racial composition of students in 39439?
39439 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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