For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,965 students in 39556, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39556, MS are East Hancock Elementary School, Hancock North Central Elementary School and Hancock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39556 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39556, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39556, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4221 Kiln Delisle Rd.
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-6637
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-6637
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Rank: #22.
Hancock North Central Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6122 Cuevas Town Road
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-7641
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-7641
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Hancock Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7070 Stennis Airport Drive
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-1889
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-1889
Grades: 6-8
| 912 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39556, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39556, MS include East Hancock Elementary School, Hancock North Central Elementary School and Hancock Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39556?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39556.
What is the racial composition of students in 39556?
39556 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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