For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,376 students in 39759, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in 39759, MS is Starkville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 39759 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in 39759, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 39759 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Starkville High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39759, MS Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Starkville High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
603 Yellowjacket Drive
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 324-4130
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 324-4130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,376 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
The Learning Center Alternative
Alternative School
2926 Sisteenth Section Road
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 323-1462
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 323-1462
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
Millsaps Career & Tech Center
Vocational School
803 Louisville Road
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 324-4170
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 324-4170
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 39759, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in 39759, MS include Starkville High School.
How many public high schools are located in 39759?
3 public high schools are located in 39759.
What is the racial composition of students in 39759?
39759 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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