For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 975 students in 39365, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 39365, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39365, MS are Union High School, Union Elementary School and Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39365 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39365, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39365, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Forest Street
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Gr: 9-13 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Forest Street
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-8257
Gr: PK-4 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Union Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 James Street
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-5303
Union, MS 39365
(601) 774-5303
Gr: 5-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39365, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39365, MS include Union High School, Union Elementary School and Union Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 39365?
3 public schools are located in 39365.
What percentage of students in 39365 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 39365 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39365?
39365 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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