For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 738 students in 39479, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39479, MS are Seminary Elementary School and Seminary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39479 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39479, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39479, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seminary Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Main St.
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3355
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3355
Grades: K-4
| 402 students
Rank: #22.
Seminary Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Main St
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-4510
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-4510
Grades: 5-8
| 336 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39479, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39479, MS include Seminary Elementary School and Seminary Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39479?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39479.
What is the racial composition of students in 39479?
39479 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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