For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,003 students in 39705, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39705, MS are Cook Elementary School and Columbus Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39705 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39705, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39705, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cook Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2217 N Seventh Street
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7180
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7180
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Rank: #22.
Columbus Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
175 Highway 373
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7300
Columbus, MS 39705
(662) 241-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 580 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39705, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39705, MS include Cook Elementary School and Columbus Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39705?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39705.
What is the racial composition of students in 39705?
39705 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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