For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,522 students in 39443, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39443, MS are West Jones High School and Northeast Jones High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 39443 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39443, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 39443, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Jones High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
254 Springhill Road
Laurel, MS 39443
(601) 729-8144
Laurel, MS 39443
(601) 729-8144
Gr: 7-13 | 1,585 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Northeast Jones High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
68 Northeast Drive
Laurel, MS 39443
(601) 425-2347
Laurel, MS 39443
(601) 425-2347
Gr: 7-13 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39443, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39443, MS include West Jones High School and Northeast Jones High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39443?
2 public middle schools are located in 39443.
What is the racial composition of students in 39443?
39443 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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