For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,369 students in 39530, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 185 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 39530, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39530, MS are Biloxi Upper Elementary School and Gorenflo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39530 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39530, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39530, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Biloxi Upper Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1424 Father Ryan Avenue
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-3700
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-3700
Gr: 5-6 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Gorenflo Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
771 Elder Street
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 436-5145
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 436-5145
Gr: 1-4 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
16121 Highway 15
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 323-0222
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 323-0222
Gr: K-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
590 Division Street
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 374-7250
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 374-7250
Gr: PK-K | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39530, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39530, MS include Biloxi Upper Elementary School and Gorenflo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39530?
4 public schools are located in 39530.
What percentage of students in 39530 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 39530 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39530?
39530 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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