For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,890 students in 38801, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38801, MS are Rankin Elementary School, Pierce Street Elementary School and Lawndale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38801 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38801, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38801, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1908 Forrest Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8950
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8950
Gr: 3-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Pierce Street Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1008 Pierce Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8940
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8940
Gr: 3-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Lawndale Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1563 Mitchell Road
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8890
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8890
Gr: 3-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
628 Rutherford Road
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 844-6303
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 844-6303
Gr: K-2 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
520 S Thomas Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8960
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8960
Gr: K-2 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Alternative School
Alternative School
903 Fillmore Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Gr: 4-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38801, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38801, MS include Rankin Elementary School, Pierce Street Elementary School and Lawndale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38801?
6 public elementary schools are located in 38801.
What is the racial composition of students in 38801?
38801 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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