Best 39562 Mississippi Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,133 students in 39562, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 39562, MS is East Central 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 39562 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39562, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).

Best 39562, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Central Upper Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5400 Hurley Wade Road
Moss Point, MS 39562
(228) 283-3220
Gr: 3-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
5621 Highway 614
Moss Point, MS 39562
(228) 283-3300
Gr: PK-2 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39562, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39562, MS include East Central Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39562?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39562.
What is the racial composition of students in 39562?
39562 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).

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