For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,210 students in 39212, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools in 39212, MS are Shirley Elementary School, Sykes Elementary School and Bates Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39212 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39212, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39212, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shirley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
330 Judy Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Sykes Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3555 Simpson Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4303
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4303
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Bates Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3180 Mcdowell Road Ext
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 346-1412
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 346-1412
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2909 Oak Forest Drive
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4342
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4342
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
39212, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 East Santa Clair Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4327
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4327
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
330 Judy Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Gr: K-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
210 Daniel Lake Boulevard
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4309
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4309
Gr: 6-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39212, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39212, MS include Shirley Elementary School, Sykes Elementary School and Bates Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39212?
4 public preschools are located in 39212.
What is the racial composition of students in 39212?
39212 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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