For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,050 students in 39466, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in 39466, MS is West Hancock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39466 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39466, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39466, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23350 Highway 43
Picayune, MS 39466
(228) 586-6054
Picayune, MS 39466
(228) 586-6054
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
1865 Hwy 11 South
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-7808
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-7808
Gr: PK | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
1620 Rosa Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-4702
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-4702
Gr: PK | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
400 South Beech Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0683
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-0683
Gr: PK-2 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39466, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39466, MS include West Hancock Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39466?
4 public preschools are located in 39466.
What is the racial composition of students in 39466?
39466 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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