For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 190 students in 39769, MS.
The top-ranked public school in 39769, MS is West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 39769 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39769, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39769, MS Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
127 Sturgis-maben Road
Sturgis, MS 39769
(662) 465-7956
Sturgis, MS 39769
(662) 465-7956
Gr: PK-5 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
39769, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
127 Sturgis Maben Road
Sturgis, MS 39769
(662) 465-7956
Sturgis, MS 39769
(662) 465-7956
Gr: PK-6 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39769, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39769, MS include West Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39769?
1 public schools are located in 39769.
What is the racial composition of students in 39769?
39769 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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