For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 9,210 students in 39564, MS (there are 6 private schools, serving 393 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 39564, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39564, MS are Ocean Springs High School, Magnolia Park Elementary School and Oak Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39564 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39564, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39564, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocean Springs High School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6701 Old Spanish Trail
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-0333
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-0333
Gr: 9-13 | 1,926 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
Magnolia Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3500 Government Street
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-4263
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-4263
Gr: K-3 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
Oak Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2230 Government Street
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-5847
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-5847
Gr: PK-3 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #2 - 42. - 4.
Pecan Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
504 Hanley Rd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-2851
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-2851
Gr: K-3 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Ocean Springs Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3600 Hanshaw Rd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 872-6210
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 872-6210
Gr: 7-8 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2320 Government Street
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-4367
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-4367
Gr: 4-6 | 1,284 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
St. Martin High School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11300 Yellow Jacket Blvd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3420
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3420
Gr: 9-13 | 1,285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #88.
St. Martin East Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7508 Rose Farm Road
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3570
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3570
Gr: PK-3 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #99.
St. Martin Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10800 Yellowjacket Blvd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3500
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 946 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1010.
St. Martin Upper Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11000 Yellowjacket Blvd
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3555
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 283-3555
Gr: 4-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39564, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39564, MS include Ocean Springs High School, Magnolia Park Elementary School and Oak Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39564?
10 public schools are located in 39564.
What percentage of students in 39564 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 39564 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39564?
39564 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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