For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,910 students in Pearl, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pearl, MS are Northside Elementary School, Pearl Upper School and Pearl Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pearl, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Pearl have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Pearl, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3600 Harle Street
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7971
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7971
Grades: 2-3
| 632 students
Rank: #22.
Pearl Upper School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Treasure Cove
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7981
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7981
Grades: 4-5
| 590 students
Rank: #33.
Pearl Junior High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Mary Ann Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7952
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7952
Grades: 6-8
| 948 students
Rank: n/an/a
160 Mary Ann Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7976
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7976
Grades: PK-1
| 740 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Pearl, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pearl, MS include Northside Elementary School, Pearl Upper School and Pearl Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Pearl?
4 public elementary schools are located in Pearl.
What is the racial composition of students in Pearl?
Pearl public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Pearl are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Pearl include: Northside Elementary School vs. Pearl Lower Elementary School, Pearl Lower Elementary School vs. Northside Elementary School
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