For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,370 students in 39470, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39470, MS are Middle School Of Poplarville and Poplarville Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39470 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39470, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39470, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Middle School Of Poplarville
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6 Spirit Street
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-1350
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-1350
Grades: 6-8
| 454 students
Rank: #22.
Poplarville Upper Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Todd Circle
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8303
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8303
Grades: 3-5
| 422 students
Rank: n/an/a
804 South Julia Street Suite A
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-4736
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-4736
Grades: PK-2
| 494 students
39470, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Poplarville Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1 Hornet St
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8477
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-8477
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39470, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39470, MS include Middle School Of Poplarville and Poplarville Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39470?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39470.
What is the racial composition of students in 39470?
39470 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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