For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,028 students in 39157, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39157, MS are Highland Elementary School and Old Town Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39157 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39157, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39157, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
330 Brame Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-8103
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-8103
Grades: 3-5
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
Old Town Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 Sunnybrook Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 898-8730
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 898-8730
Grades: 6-8
| 686 students
Rank: n/an/a
306 S.pear Orchard Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 856-6621
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 856-6621
Grades: PK-2
| 737 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sr1 College Prep & Stem Academy
Charter School
505 South Union Street
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 206-4544
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 206-4544
Grades: K-1
| 9 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39157, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39157, MS include Highland Elementary School and Old Town Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39157?
4 public elementary schools are located in 39157.
What is the racial composition of students in 39157?
39157 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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