For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 850 students in 39051, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in 39051, MS is Leake Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 39051 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 39051, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39051, MS Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leake Central Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 Hwy. 16 West
Carthage, MS 39051
(601) 267-9148
Carthage, MS 39051
(601) 267-9148
Gr: PK-5 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
39051, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
673 Mars Hill Rd
Carthage, MS 39051
(601) 267-7137
Carthage, MS 39051
(601) 267-7137
Gr: K-8 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
7100 Hwy 429
Carthage, MS 39051
(601) 267-7896
Carthage, MS 39051
(601) 267-7896
Gr: PK-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39051, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39051, MS include Leake Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39051?
1 public preschools are located in 39051.
What is the racial composition of students in 39051?
39051 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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