For the 2025 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 47% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39466, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 (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: n/an/a
1865 Hwy 11 South
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-7808
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 798-7808
Grades: PK
| 196 students
Rank: n/an/a
1620 Rosa Street
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-4702
Picayune, MS 39466
(601) 799-4702
Grades: PK
| 151 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 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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