For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 578 students in 39345, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39345, MS are N H Pilate Middle School and Newton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39345 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39345, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39345, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
N H Pilate Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
531 E. Church Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Newton Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 W. Tatum Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3979
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3979
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
39345, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 150
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Gr: 5-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39345, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39345, MS include N H Pilate Middle School and Newton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39345?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39345.
What is the racial composition of students in 39345?
39345 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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