For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 732 students in 39581, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 39581 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39581, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39581, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3203 Lanier Street
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6554
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6554
Gr: K-4 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4102 Scovel Rd
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6547
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6547
Gr: K-4 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3511 Arlington Street
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6552
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6552
Gr: PK-4 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39581, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39581, MS include Jackson Elementary School, Cherokee Elementary School and Arlington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39581?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39581.
What is the racial composition of students in 39581?
39581 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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