For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 341 students in 38751, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 38751, MS is Robert L Merritt Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38751 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 38751, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 38751, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert L Merritt Junior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
705 Kinlock Road
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 884-1270
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 884-1270
Gr: 7-9 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Indianola Academic Achievement
Alternative School
404 Jefferson Street
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 884-1278
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 884-1278
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 38751, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 38751, MS include Robert L Merritt Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38751?
2 public middle schools are located in 38751.
What is the racial composition of students in 38751?
38751 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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