For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 613 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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39653, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-3 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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
Gr: 4-6 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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