For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,921 students in 39571, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 118 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 39571, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39571, MS are Pineville Elementary School, Pass Christian High School and Delisle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39571 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39571, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39571, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pineville Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5192 Menge Ave
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-4364
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-4364
Gr: K-6 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Pass Christian High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
720 W. North Street
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-2008
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-2008
Gr: 9-13 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Delisle Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6303 W Wittman Road
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 255-6219
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 255-6219
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Pass Christian Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
270 W. Second Street
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-5200
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Pass Christian Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
280 W. Second Street
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-5220
Pass Christian, MS 39571
(228) 452-5220
Gr: 6-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39571, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39571, MS include Pineville Elementary School, Pass Christian High School and Delisle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39571?
5 public schools are located in 39571.
What percentage of students in 39571 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 39571 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39571?
39571 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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