For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 166 students in 39456, MS.
The top ranked public school in 39456, MS is Mc Lain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 39456 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39456, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39456, MS Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mc Lain Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 Shows Street/198 Bypass
Mc Lain, MS 39456
(601) 753-2257
Mc Lain, MS 39456
(601) 753-2257
Gr: PK-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39456, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39456, MS include Mc Lain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39456?
1 public schools are located in 39456.
What is the racial composition of students in 39456?
39456 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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