Summary:
The 39479 zip code in Mississippi is home to three schools: Seminary Elementary School, Seminary High School, and Seminary Middle School, all part of the Covington County School District. While the elementary school stands out as a top performer in the state, the middle and high schools face some challenges.
Seminary Elementary School is the clear standout, consistently ranking among the top 30-50 elementary schools in Mississippi and earning 4-5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores significantly outpace the district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, 75.1% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to just 51.2% for the district and 49.4% for the state.
In contrast, Seminary High School lags behind, ranking in the bottom half of Mississippi high schools. All three schools, however, face the challenge of high chronic absenteeism rates, around 24% for the 2022-2023 school year. Additionally, 100% of students at these schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population that may require additional resources and support.
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