For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,596 students in 39074, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools in 39074, MS are Scott Central Attendance Center and Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39074 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 39074, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39074, MS Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott Central Attendance Center
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2415 Old Jackson Road
Forest, MS 39074
(601) 469-4883
Forest, MS 39074
(601) 469-4883
Gr: PK-12 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Forest Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
513 Cleveland Street
Forest, MS 39074
(601) 469-3073
Forest, MS 39074
(601) 469-3073
Gr: PK-4 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39074, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39074, MS include Scott Central Attendance Center and Forest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39074?
2 public preschools are located in 39074.
What is the racial composition of students in 39074?
39074 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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