For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,965 students in Kiln, MS. The top ranked public elementary schools in Kiln, MS are East Hancock Elementary School, Hancock North Central Elementary School and Hancock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kiln, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Kiln have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Kiln, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4221 Kiln Delisle Rd.
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-6637
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-6637
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Rank: #22.
Hancock North Central Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6122 Cuevas Town Road
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-7641
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 255-7641
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Hancock Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7070 Stennis Airport Drive
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-1889
Kiln, MS 39556
(228) 467-1889
Grades: 6-8
| 912 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Kiln, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Kiln, MS include East Hancock Elementary School, Hancock North Central Elementary School and Hancock Middle School. Kiln has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Mississippi.
How many public elementary schools are located in Kiln?
3 public elementary schools are located in Kiln.
What is the racial composition of students in Kiln?
Kiln public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Kiln are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Kiln include: East Hancock Elementary School vs. Hancock North Central Elementary School, Hancock North Central Elementary School vs. East Hancock Elementary School
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