For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,146 students in 39531, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39531, MS are Back Bay Elementary School and Popps Ferry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39531 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39531, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39531, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Back Bay Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
340 St. Mary Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5110
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5110
Gr: K-4 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Popps Ferry Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
364 Nelson Road
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5135
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5135
Gr: K-4 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
39531, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39531, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39531, MS include Back Bay Elementary School and Popps Ferry Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39531?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39531.
What is the racial composition of students in 39531?
39531 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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