For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 870 students in 39654, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39654, MS are Topeka Tilton Attendance Center, Monticello Elementary School and Rod Paige Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39654 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39654, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39654, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Topeka Tilton Attendance Center
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
853 Highway 27 South
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4895
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-4895
Grades: K-8
| 284 students
Rank: #22.
Monticello Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
957 W Mcpherson Drive
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-7609
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-7609
Grades: K-5
| 398 students
Rank: #33.
Rod Paige Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1570 Broad St. West
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-2128
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-2128
Grades: 6-8
| 188 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39654, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39654, MS include Topeka Tilton Attendance Center, Monticello Elementary School and Rod Paige Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39654?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39654.
What is the racial composition of students in 39654?
39654 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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