Best 39426 Mississippi Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,266 students in 39426, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39426, MS are Pearl River Central Elementary School and Pearl River Central Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39426 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39426, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).

Best 39426, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl River Central Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
116 Alphabet Ave
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Gr: PK-5 | 1,491 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Pearl River Central Junior High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7391 Hwy 11
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-5654
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Alternative Education
Alternative School
461 Burgetown Rd.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-6852
Gr: 6-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 39426 Mississippi

39426, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
116 Alphabet Ave.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Gr: K-2 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39426, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39426, MS include Pearl River Central Elementary School and Pearl River Central Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39426?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39426.
What is the racial composition of students in 39426?
39426 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).

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