For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 788 students in 39301, MS.
The top-ranked public high schools in 39301, MS are Clarkdale High School and Southeast Lauderdale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39301 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39301, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39301 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clarkdale High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39301, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkdale High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 Highway 145
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Gr: 7-12 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Lauderdale High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2362 Longcreek Raod
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 483-5501
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 483-5501
Gr: 9-13 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39301, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39301, MS include Clarkdale High School and Southeast Lauderdale High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39301?
2 public high schools are located in 39301.
What is the racial composition of students in 39301?
39301 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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