For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 524 students in 38921, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38921, MS are Charleston Elementary School and Charleston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38921 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38921, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38921, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charleston Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
412 E. Chestnut St.
Charleston, MS 38921
(662) 647-2679
Charleston, MS 38921
(662) 647-2679
Gr: PK-4 | 316 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Charleston Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17 Oak Grove Road
Charleston, MS 38921
(662) 647-2115
Charleston, MS 38921
(662) 647-2115
Gr: 5-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38921, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38921, MS include Charleston Elementary School and Charleston Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38921?
2 public elementary schools are located in 38921.
What is the racial composition of students in 38921?
38921 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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