For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,172 students in 39117, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39117, MS are Bettye Mae Jack Middle School and Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39117 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39117, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39117, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
128 M.l. King Drive
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Gr: 5-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
265 E Second Avenue
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Gr: PK-4 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39117, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39117, MS include Bettye Mae Jack Middle School and Morton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39117?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39117.
What is the racial composition of students in 39117?
39117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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