For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,166 students in 39466, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39466, MS are West Hancock Elementary School, South Side Elementary School and Roseland Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39466 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39466, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39466, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23350 Highway 43
Picayune, MS 39466
(228) 586-6054
Picayune, MS 39466
(228) 586-6054
Grades: PK-5
| 363 students
Rank: #22.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Rosa Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-1105
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-1105
Grades: 3-6
| 313 students
Rank: #33.
Roseland Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Gilcrease Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-6824
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-6824
Grades: K-6
| 368 students
Rank: #44.
Nicholson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1887 Hwy 11 South
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-6309
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-6309
Grades: K-6
| 363 students
Rank: #55.
West Side Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 Kirkwood Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-3625
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-3625
Grades: K-6
| 419 students
Rank: n/an/a
400 South Beech Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0683
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0683
Grades: PK-2
| 340 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39466, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39466, MS include West Hancock Elementary School, South Side Elementary School and Roseland Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39466?
6 public elementary schools are located in 39466.
What is the racial composition of students in 39466?
39466 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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