For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,124 students in 39157, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39157, MS are Highland Elementary School and Old Town Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39157 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39157, MS have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39157, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
330 Brame Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-8103
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-8103
Gr: 3-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Old Town Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 Sunnybrook Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 898-8730
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 898-8730
Gr: 6-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
306 S.pear Orchard Road
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 856-6621
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 856-6621
Gr: PK-2 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Sr1 College Prep & Stem Academy
Charter School
505 South Union Street
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 206-4544
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 206-4544
Gr: K-2 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39157, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39157, MS include Highland Elementary School and Old Town Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39157?
4 public elementary schools are located in 39157.
What is the racial composition of students in 39157?
39157 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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