For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,059 students in Ecru, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ecru, MS are North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School and North Pontotoc Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ecru, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ecru have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Ecru, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1620 Old Highway 15
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-2295
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-2295
Gr: 5-6 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
North Pontotoc Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8324 Hwy 15 North
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5613
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5613
Gr: K-4 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Ecru, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8324 Hwy 15 North
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5612
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5612
Gr: 9-12 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Ecru, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ecru, MS include North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School and North Pontotoc Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ecru?
2 public elementary schools are located in Ecru.
What is the racial composition of students in Ecru?
Ecru public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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