For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,841 students in 39553, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39553, MS are Gautier Elementary School, Gautier High School and Martin Bluff. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39553 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39553, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39553, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gautier Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 Magnolia Tree
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8824
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8824
Gr: PK-4 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Gautier High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4307 Gautier/vancleave
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8783
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8783
Gr: 9-13 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Martin Bluff
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1306 Roy's Road
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8850
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8850
Gr: PK-4 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Singing River
(Math: 57% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4601 Vancleave Road
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8835
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8835
Gr: 5-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Gautier Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 Graveline Road
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8806
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8806
Gr: 7-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
College Park Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2617 Ladnier Rd
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8829
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8829
Gr: PK-4 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39553, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39553, MS include Gautier Elementary School, Gautier High School and Martin Bluff.
How many public schools are located in 39553?
6 public schools are located in 39553.
What is the racial composition of students in 39553?
39553 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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