For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,133 students in 39206, MS.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 39206, MS are Joel E. Smilow Prep and Joel E Smilow Collegiate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 39206 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Mississippi public charter school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 22% statewide average). Charter schools in 39206, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public charter school average of 98% (majority Black).
Best 39206, MS Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joel E. Smilow Prep
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
787 E. Northside Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Gr: 5-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Joel E Smilow Collegiate
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
787 E. Northside Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Gr: K-4 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
39206, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3915 Watkins Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3594
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3594
Gr: PK-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 39206, MS?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 39206, MS include Joel E. Smilow Prep and Joel E Smilow Collegiate.
How many public charter schools are located in 39206?
2 public charter schools are located in 39206.
What is the racial composition of students in 39206?
39206 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public charter schools average of 98% (majority Black).
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