For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 886 students in 39654, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39654, MS are Monticello Elementary School, Topeka - Tilton School and Rod Paige Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39654 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39654, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39654, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monticello Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
957 W Mcpherson Drive
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-7609
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-7609
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Topeka - Tilton School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
853 Highway 27 South
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-2367
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-2367
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Rod Paige Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1570 Broad St. West
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-2128
Monticello, MS 39654
(601) 587-2128
Gr: 6-8 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39654, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39654, MS include Monticello Elementary School, Topeka - Tilton School and Rod Paige Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39654?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39654.
What is the racial composition of students in 39654?
39654 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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