For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 494 students in 39520, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in 39520, MS is South Hancock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 39520 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39520, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39520, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6590 Lakeshore Road
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
(228) 467-4655
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
(228) 467-4655
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
39520, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 North Second St
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
(228) 467-4052
Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520
(228) 467-4052
Gr: 3-4
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39520, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39520, MS include South Hancock Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39520?
1 public preschools are located in 39520.
What is the racial composition of students in 39520?
39520 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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