For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,621 students in 39209, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools in 39209, MS are John Hopkins Elementary School, Lake Elementary School and Clausell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39209 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39209, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39209, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Hopkins Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
170 John Hopkins Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2540
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2540
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
472 Mt Vernon Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5308
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5308
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Clausell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3330 Harley Street
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5319
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5319
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Pecan Park Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
415 Claiborne Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5444
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5444
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
Timberlawn Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1980 N Siwell Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2556
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2556
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Van Winkle Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Whiting Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2547
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2547
Gr: PK | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
39209, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Career Academic Placement Program (Closed 2025)
Alternative School
311 Joel Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 982-5221
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 982-5221
Gr: 1-12
156 Flag Chapel Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2544
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2544
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39209, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39209, MS include John Hopkins Elementary School, Lake Elementary School and Clausell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39209?
6 public preschools are located in 39209.
What is the racial composition of students in 39209?
39209 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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