For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,351 students in 39452, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39452, MS are Rocky Creek Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Lt Taylor Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39452 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39452, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39452, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rocky Creek Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2183 Rocky Creek Road
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Gr: PK-6 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14159 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Gr: PK-6 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Lt Taylor Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
159 Mable St
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6065
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6065
Gr: 3-7 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Benndale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5204 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Gr: PK-6 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Agricola Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6165 Hwy 613 S
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Gr: PK-6 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Lc Hatcher Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
689 Church St
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Gr: PK-2 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39452, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39452, MS include Rocky Creek Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Lt Taylor Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39452?
6 public elementary schools are located in 39452.
What is the racial composition of students in 39452?
39452 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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