For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 882 students in Decatur, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Decatur, MS is Newton County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, MS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Decatur, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton County Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15881 Highway 15
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2956
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2956
Gr: PK-6 | 882 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Newton County Voc Complex
Vocational School
15935 Highway 15 North
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Decatur, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Decatur, MS include Newton County Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Decatur?
2 public preschools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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