For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 743 students in Walnut, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walnut, MS are Chalybeate Elementary School and Walnut Attendance Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walnut, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Walnut have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Walnut, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chalybeate Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2471 Hwy 354
Walnut, MS 38683
(662) 223-4311
Walnut, MS 38683
(662) 223-4311
Gr: PK-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Walnut Attendance Center
(Math: 53% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
280 Commerce St.
Walnut, MS 38683
(662) 223-6471
Walnut, MS 38683
(662) 223-6471
Gr: K-13 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Walnut, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walnut, MS include Chalybeate Elementary School and Walnut Attendance Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Walnut?
2 public elementary schools are located in Walnut.
What is the racial composition of students in Walnut?
Walnut public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Walnut are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Walnut include: Walnut Attendance Center vs. Chalybeate Elementary School, Chalybeate Elementary School vs. Walnut Attendance Center
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