For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 583 students in 39189, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39189, MS are Leake County Elementary School and Leake County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39189 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39189, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39189, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leake County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1280 School Street
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2324
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2324
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Leake County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Spruce Street, P. O. Box 1
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2393
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2393
Gr: 7-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39189, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39189, MS include Leake County Elementary School and Leake County High School.
How many public schools are located in 39189?
2 public schools are located in 39189.
What is the racial composition of students in 39189?
39189 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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