For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 335 students in Prentiss, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Prentiss, MS is J. E. Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Prentiss, MS public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Prentiss have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Prentiss, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. E. Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 J E Johnson Road
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8149
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8149
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Prentiss, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2429 Mississippi Ave
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-4646
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-4646
Gr: 7-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Prentiss, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Prentiss, MS include J. E. Johnson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Prentiss?
1 public preschools are located in Prentiss.
What is the racial composition of students in Prentiss?
Prentiss public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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