For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 702 students in 39117, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in 39117, MS is Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 39117 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39117, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39117, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
265 E Second Avenue
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Gr: PK-4 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39117, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39117, MS include Morton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39117?
1 public preschools are located in 39117.
What is the racial composition of students in 39117?
39117 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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