For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,632 students in 39114, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 667 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 39114, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39114, MS are Simpson Central School, Mendenhall High School and Mendenhall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39114 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39114, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39114, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simpson Central School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
755 Simpson Hwy 28 W
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2630
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2630
Gr: K-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Mendenhall High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
207 Circle Dr
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2411
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2411
Gr: 7-12 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Mendenhall Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
814 East Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2621
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2621
Gr: PK-6 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Simpson County Achievement Center
Alternative School
177 Simpson Hwy 149
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 849-6135
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 849-6135
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Simpson County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
3415 Simpson Hwy 49
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-4000
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-4000
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39114, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39114, MS include Simpson Central School, Mendenhall High School and Mendenhall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39114?
5 public schools are located in 39114.
What percentage of students in 39114 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 39114 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39114?
39114 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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