For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 262 students in 38603, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 38603, MS is Ashland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 38603 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38603, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38603, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
768 Lamar Road
Ashland, MS 38603
(662) 224-6622
Ashland, MS 38603
(662) 224-6622
Gr: K-6 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
38603, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
123 School Street
Ashland, MS 38603
(662) 224-6485
Ashland, MS 38603
(662) 224-6485
Gr: 6-8 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38603, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38603, MS include Ashland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38603?
1 public elementary schools are located in 38603.
What is the racial composition of students in 38603?
38603 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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