For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 746 students in 39429, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools in 39429, MS are Columbia Primary School and East Marion Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39429 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 39429, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39429, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Primary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
913 West Avenue
Columbia, MS 39429
(601) 736-2216
Columbia, MS 39429
(601) 736-2216
Gr: PK-2 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
East Marion Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
527 East Marion School Road
Columbia, MS 39429
(601) 736-7290
Columbia, MS 39429
(601) 736-7290
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39429, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39429, MS include Columbia Primary School and East Marion Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39429?
2 public preschools are located in 39429.
What is the racial composition of students in 39429?
39429 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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