For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 926 students in 39540, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39540, MS are Diberville Elementary School and Diberville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39540 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39540, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39540, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diberville Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4540 Brodie Road
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-2803
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-2803
Gr: K-3 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Diberville Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3320 Warrior Drive
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-1746
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-1746
Gr: 4-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39540, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39540, MS include Diberville Elementary School and Diberville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39540?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39540.
What is the racial composition of students in 39540?
39540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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