For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 599 students in 39476, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39476, MS are Richton Elementary School and Sand Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39476 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39476, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39476, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 Elm Avenue, P.o. Box 568
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-6975
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-6975
Grades: K-6
| 299 students
Rank: #22.
Sand Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
39455 Hwy 63 North
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Grades: PK-8
| 300 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39476, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39476, MS include Richton Elementary School and Sand Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39476?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39476.
What is the racial composition of students in 39476?
39476 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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