For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,136 students in 39531, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 232 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 39531, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39531, MS are Back Bay Elementary School and Popp's Ferry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39531 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39531, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39531, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Back Bay Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
340 St. Mary Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5110
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5110
Gr: K-4 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Popp's Ferry Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
364 Nelson Road
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5135
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5135
Gr: K-4 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
39531, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39531, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39531, MS include Back Bay Elementary School and Popp's Ferry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39531?
2 public schools are located in 39531.
What percentage of students in 39531 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 39531 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39531?
39531 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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