For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,288 students in 39301, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39301, MS are Southeast Lauderdale Elementary School, Southeast Lauderdale Middle School and Crestwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39301 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39301, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39301, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Lauderdale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2362 A Long Creek Road
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 486-2500
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 486-2500
Gr: PK-4 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2535 Old Highway 19 S.e.
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 485-5751
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 485-5751
Gr: 5-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 Crestwood Dr.
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 482-0395
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 482-0395
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
39301, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39301, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39301, MS include Southeast Lauderdale Elementary School, Southeast Lauderdale Middle School and Crestwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39301?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39301.
What is the racial composition of students in 39301?
39301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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