For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 572 students in 39476, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39476, MS are Richton Elementary School and Sand Hill School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39476 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39476, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39476, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 Elm Avenue, P.o. Box 568
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-6975
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 788-6975
Gr: K-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Sand Hill School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39455 Hwy 63 North
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Richton, MS 39476
(601) 881-8012
Gr: PK-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39476, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39476, MS include Richton Elementary School and Sand Hill School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39476?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39476.
What is the racial composition of students in 39476?
39476 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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