Best Myrtle Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,350 students in Myrtle, MS.
The top-ranked public high schools in Myrtle, MS are West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Myrtle, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Myrtle have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public high schools.
Myrtle, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Myrtle Attendance Center, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Myrtle, MS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Union Attendance Center
(Math: 79% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1610 St Hwy 30 West
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 534-4982
Gr: PK-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Myrtle Attendance Center
(Math: 77% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1008 Hawk Avenue
Myrtle, MS 38650
(662) 988-2001
Gr: PK-13 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Myrtle, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Myrtle, MS include West Union Attendance Center and Myrtle Attendance Center.
How many public high schools are located in Myrtle?
2 public high schools are located in Myrtle.
What is the racial composition of students in Myrtle?
Myrtle public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Myrtle are often viewed compared to one another?

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