For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 282 students in 39202, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39202, MS are Barack Obama Elementary School and Wells Apac Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39202 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39202, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39202, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barack Obama Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 N. Congress Street
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5334
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5334
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Wells Apac Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1120 Riverside Drive
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5387
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5387
Gr: 4-5 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
39202, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bailey Magnet School (Closed 2013)
Magnet School
1900 North State St
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5343
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5343
Gr: 9-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
146 E Ash Street
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5326
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 960-5326
Gr: PK-5 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rowan Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
136 E Ash Street
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 982-5221
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 982-5221
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39202, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39202, MS include Barack Obama Elementary School and Wells Apac Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39202?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39202.
What is the racial composition of students in 39202?
39202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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