For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 741 students in 38606, MS.
Public preschools in zipcode 38606 have a diversity score of 0.54, which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 0.63.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38606, MS Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Batesville Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 College St.
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-4596
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-4596
Gr: PK-1 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
38606, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Panola Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
507 Tiger Drive
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-3706
Batesville, MS 38606
(662) 563-3706
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 38606, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 38606, MS include Batesville Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 38606?
1 public preschools are located in 38606.
What is the racial composition of students in 38606?
38606 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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