For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,407 students in 39204, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39204, MS are Key Elementary School, Wilkins Elementary School and Isable Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39204 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39204, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39204, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Key Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
699 W Mcdowell Road
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4333
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4333
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Wilkins Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1970 Castle Hill Drive
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4306
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4306
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Isable Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1716 Isable Street
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5310
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5310
Gr: K-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Reimagine Prep
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
309 W. Mcdowell Rd.
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 941-0844
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 941-0844
Gr: 5-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Bates Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3180 Mcdowell Rd. Ext.
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 346-1412
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 346-1412
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Cardozo Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3180 Mcdowell Rd. Ext.
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 346-5635
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 346-5635
Gr: 6-8 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Court School
Alternative School
940 East Mcdowell Road
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 985-3061
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 985-3061
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39204, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39204, MS include Key Elementary School, Wilkins Elementary School and Isable Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39204?
7 public elementary schools are located in 39204.
What is the racial composition of students in 39204?
39204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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