For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,358 students in 39401, MS.
The top-ranked public high schools in 39401, MS are North Forrest High School and Hattiesburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39401 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39401, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39401 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hattiesburg 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39401, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Forrest High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
693 Eatonville Road
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 545-9304
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 545-9304
Gr: 7-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Hattiesburg High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Hutchinson Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 544-0811
Gr: 9-13 | 1,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Lillie Burney Learning Center
Alternative School
901 Ida Ave
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-6311
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
(601) 584-6311
Gr: 4-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39401, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39401, MS include North Forrest High School and Hattiesburg High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39401?
3 public high schools are located in 39401.
What is the racial composition of students in 39401?
39401 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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