For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 580 students in 39705, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in 39705, MS is Columbus Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 39705 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 39705, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 39705, MS Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbus Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
175 Highway 373
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7300
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 39705, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 39705, MS include Columbus Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 39705?
1 public middle schools are located in 39705.
What is the racial composition of students in 39705?
39705 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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