For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,065 students in Lucedale, MS.
The top ranked public preschools in Lucedale, MS are Central Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School and Benndale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lucedale, MS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in Lucedale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Lucedale, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14159 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Grades: PK-6
| 687 students
Rank: #22.
Rocky Creek Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2183 Rocky Creek Road
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Grades: PK-6
| 419 students
Rank: #33.
Benndale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5204 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Grades: PK-6
| 147 students
Rank: #44.
Agricola Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6165 Hwy 613 S
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Grades: PK-6
| 555 students
Rank: #55.
Lc Hatcher Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
689 Church St
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Grades: PK-2
| 257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Lucedale, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in Lucedale, MS include Central Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School and Benndale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lucedale?
5 public preschools are located in Lucedale.
What is the racial composition of students in Lucedale?
Lucedale public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Lucedale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Lucedale include: Central Elementary School vs. Agricola Elementary School, Lc Hatcher Elementary School vs. Agricola Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School vs. Agricola Elementary School
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