For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,637 students in 39047, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 379 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 39047, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 39047, MS are Northshore Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Pisgah Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39047 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39047, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39047, MS Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northshore Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
110 Northshore Parkway
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5279
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5279
Grades: PK-5
| 565 students
Rank: #22.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
171 Oakdale Road
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5442
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5442
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
Rank: #33.
Pisgah Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
125 Tori Bowie Lane
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 829-2937
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 829-2937
Grades: PK-6
| 548 students
Rank: #44.
Highland Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5970 Hwy 25
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5168
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5168
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Rank: #55.
Pisgah High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
115 Tori Bowie Lane
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 829-2825
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 829-2825
Grades: 7-12
| 483 students
39047, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
450 Vine Drive
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-4115
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-4115
Grades: 3-4
| 498 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39047, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39047, MS include Northshore Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Pisgah Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39047?
5 public schools are located in 39047.
What percentage of students in 39047 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 39047 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39047?
39047 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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