For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,980 students in 39208, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39208, MS are Northside Elementary School, Pearl Upper School and Pearl Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39208 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39208, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39208, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3600 Harle Street
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7971
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7971
Gr: 2-3 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Pearl Upper School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Treasure Cove
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7981
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7981
Gr: 4-5 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Pearl Jr High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Mary Ann Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7952
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7952
Gr: 6-8 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
160 Mary Ann Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7976
Pearl, MS 39208
(601) 932-7976
Gr: PK-1 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39208, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39208, MS include Northside Elementary School, Pearl Upper School and Pearl Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39208?
4 public elementary schools are located in 39208.
What is the racial composition of students in 39208?
39208 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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