For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,496 students in 39465, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39465, MS are Petal Elementary School, Petal Upper Elementary School and Runnelstown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39465 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39465, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 39465, MS Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Petal Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1179 Hwy 42 E
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 582-7454
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 582-7454
Grades: 3-4
| 606 students
Rank: #22.
Petal Upper Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 Hillcrest Loop
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 584-7660
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 584-7660
Grades: 5-6
| 608 students
Rank: #33.
Runnelstown Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9214 Highway 42
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 544-2811
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 544-2811
Grades: K-5
| 208 students
Rank: n/an/a
60 Herrington Road
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 554-7244
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 554-7244
Grades: PK-2
| 1,074 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39465, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39465, MS include Petal Elementary School, Petal Upper Elementary School and Runnelstown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39465, MS?
4 public elementary schools are located in 39465, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in 39465, MS?
39465, MS public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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