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Best 39204 Mississippi Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,889 students in 39204, MS.
The top-ranked public schools in 39204, MS are Lester Elementary School, Jim Hill High School and Key Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39204 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39204, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).

Best 39204, MS Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lester Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2350 Oakhurst Drive
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4339
Gr: K-5 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Jim Hill High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2185 Coach Fred Harris Dr
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5354
Gr: 9-12 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Key Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
699 W. Mcdowell Road
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4333
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #44.
Wingfield High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1985 Scanlon Drive
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4350
Gr: 9-12 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Wilkins Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1970 Castle Hill Drive
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4306
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Isable Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1716 Isable Street
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5310
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #77.
Reimagine Prep
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
309 W Mcdowell Rd
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 941-0844
Gr: 5-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Court School
Alternative School
940 East Mcdowell Road
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 985-3061
Gr: 1-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 39204 Mississippi

39204, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
George Elementary School (Closed 2023)
1020 Hunter Street
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 960-5339
Gr: PK-5 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Woodville Heights Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2930 Mcdowell Road Extension
Jackson, MS 39204
(601) 371-4300
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 39204, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39204, MS include Lester Elementary School, Jim Hill High School and Key Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39204?
8 public schools are located in 39204.
What is the racial composition of students in 39204?
39204 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).

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