For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,396 students in 39272, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 39272, MS is Gary Road Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39272 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39272, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39272, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gary Road Intermediate School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7255 Gary Road
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 372-8150
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 372-8150
Gr: 3-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
7241 Gary Road
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 373-1319
Byram, MS 39272
(601) 373-1319
Gr: PK-2 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39272, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39272, MS include Gary Road Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39272?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39272.
What is the racial composition of students in 39272?
39272 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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