For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 1,414 students in Carriere, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Carriere, MS is Pearl River Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carriere, MS public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Carriere have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Carriere, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl River Central Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
116 Alphabet Ave
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
Gr: PK-5 | 1,414 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Carriere, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
116 Alphabet Ave.
Carriere, MS 39426
(601) 799-4519
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 preschools in Carriere, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Carriere, MS include Pearl River Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Carriere?
1 public preschools are located in Carriere.
What is the racial composition of students in Carriere?
Carriere public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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