For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,281 students in Carriere, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Carriere, MS are Pearl River Central Elementar and Pearl River Central Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carriere, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Carriere have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Carriere, MS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pearl River Central Elementar
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
116 Alphabet Ave
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Grades: PK-5
| 1,492 students
Rank: #22.
Pearl River Central Junior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7391 Hwy 11
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-5654
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-5654
Grades: 6-8
| 789 students
Rank: n/an/a
Center For Alternative Education
Alternative School
461 Burgetown Rd.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-6852
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 798-6852
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Carriere, 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 elementary schools in Carriere, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Carriere, MS include Pearl River Central Elementar and Pearl River Central Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Carriere, MS?
3 public elementary schools are located in Carriere, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in Carriere, MS?
Carriere, MS public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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