For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,351 students in George County, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in George County, MS are Central Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School and Lt Taylor Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
George County, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in George County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in George County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14159 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Grades: PK-6
| 687 students
Rank: #22.
Rocky Creek Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2183 Rocky Creek Road
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Grades: PK-6
| 419 students
Rank: #33.
Lt Taylor Intermediate School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
159 Mable St
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6065
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6065
Grades: 3-7
| 286 students
Rank: #44.
Benndale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5204 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Grades: PK-6
| 147 students
Rank: #55.
Agricola Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6165 Hwy 613 S
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Grades: PK-6
| 555 students
Rank: #66.
Lc Hatcher Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
689 Church St
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Grades: PK-2
| 257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in George County, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in George County, MS include Central Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School and Lt Taylor Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in George County?
6 public elementary schools are located in George County.
What is the racial composition of students in George County?
George County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in George County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in George County include: Central Elementary School vs. Agricola Elementary School, Lc Hatcher Elementary School vs. Agricola Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School vs. Agricola Elementary School
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