For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,793 students in 39466, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39466, MS are West Hancock Elementary School, South Side Upper Elementary School and Roseland Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39466 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39466, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39466, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23350 Highway 43
Picayune, MS 39466
(228) 586-6054
Picayune, MS 39466
(228) 586-6054
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
South Side Upper Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Rosa Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-1105
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-1105
Gr: 3-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Roseland Park Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Gilcrease Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-6824
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-6824
Gr: K-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
West Side Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 Kirkwood Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-3625
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-3625
Gr: K-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
400 South Beech Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0683
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0683
Gr: PK-2 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39466, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39466, MS include West Hancock Elementary School, South Side Upper Elementary School and Roseland Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39466?
5 public elementary schools are located in 39466.
What is the racial composition of students in 39466?
39466 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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