Best Mendenhall Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,034 students in Mendenhall, MS.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Mendenhall, MS are Simpson Central School and Mendenhall High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mendenhall, MS public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in Mendenhall have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Mendenhall, MS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simpson Central School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
755 Simpson Hwy 28 W
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2630
Gr: K-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Mendenhall High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
207 Circle Dr
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-2411
Gr: 7-12 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Simpson County Achievement Center
Alternative School
177 Simpson Hwy 149
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 849-6135
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Mendenhall, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Mendenhall, MS include Simpson Central School and Mendenhall High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Mendenhall?
3 public middle schools are located in Mendenhall.
What is the racial composition of students in Mendenhall?
Mendenhall public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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