For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 325 students in 39451, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39451, MS is Leakesville Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 39451 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39451, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39451, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leakesville Jr. High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
620 Main Street
Leakesville, MS 39451
(601) 394-2495
Leakesville, MS 39451
(601) 394-2495
Gr: 5-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39451, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39451, MS include Leakesville Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39451?
1 public middle schools are located in 39451.
What is the racial composition of students in 39451?
39451 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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