For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 615 students in 39653, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39653, MS are Franklin Lower Elementary School and Franklin Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39653 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39653, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39653, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin Lower Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
481 Hwy 98 E
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-5605
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-5605
Grades: PK-3
| 385 students
Rank: #22.
Franklin Upper Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
409 Hwy 98 E
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-2940
Meadville, MS 39653
(601) 384-2940
Grades: 4-6
| 230 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39653, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39653, MS include Franklin Lower Elementary School and Franklin Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39653?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39653.
What is the racial composition of students in 39653?
39653 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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