For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,115 students in 39530, MS.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 39530 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39530, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39530, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 778 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
16121 Highway 15
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 392-0222
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 392-0222
Gr: K-8 | 1,006 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
39530, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
580 Howard Avenue
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-7226
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-7226
Gr: K-6 | 278 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39530, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39530, MS include Biloxi Upper Elementary School and Gorenflo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39530?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39530.
What is the racial composition of students in 39530?
39530 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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