For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 385 students in 39653, MS.
The top ranked public preschool in 39653, MS is Franklin Lower Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 39653 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39653, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39653, MS Public Preschools (2025-26)
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 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 39653, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in 39653, MS include Franklin Lower Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39653?
1 public preschools are located in 39653.
What is the racial composition of students in 39653?
39653 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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