For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 264 students in Walnut, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in Walnut, MS is Chalybeate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walnut, MS public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Walnut have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Walnut, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Walnut, MS include Chalybeate Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Walnut?
1 public preschools are located in Walnut.
What is the racial composition of students in Walnut?
Walnut public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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