Best 39581 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 732 students in 39581, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 235 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 39581, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).

The top-ranked public schools in 39581, MS are Jackson Elementary School, Cherokee Elementary School and Arlington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 39581 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39581, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.

Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).