For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 1,491 students in 39426, MS.
The top ranked public preschool in 39426, MS is Pearl River Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 39426 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39426, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39426, MS Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pearl River Central Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
116 Alphabet Ave
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Grades: PK-5
| 1,491 students
39426, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
116 Alphabet Ave.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Grades: K-2
| 711 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 39426, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in 39426, MS include Pearl River Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39426?
1 public preschools are located in 39426.
What is the racial composition of students in 39426?
39426 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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