For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 294 students in Sunflower County, MS.
The top ranked public preschool in Sunflower County, MS is A W James Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sunflower County, MS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in Sunflower County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Sunflower County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A W James Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 South Blvd
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Drew, MS 38737
(662) 745-8892
Gr: PK-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: n/an/a
601 Ingram Street
Moorhead, MS 38761
(662) 246-5395
Moorhead, MS 38761
(662) 246-5395
Gr: PK-K | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Sunflower County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
701 E Chapman
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 887-1852
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 887-1852
Gr: 9 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
701 East Chapman
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 884-1230
Indianola, MS 38751
(662) 884-1230
Gr: 9
212 East Claiborne Street
Sunflower, MS 38778
(662) 569-3137
Sunflower, MS 38778
(662) 569-3137
Gr: K-5 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
601 Ingram Street
Moorhead, MS 38761
(662) 246-5395
Moorhead, MS 38761
(662) 246-5395
Gr: PK-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
908 Washington
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 246-5680
Ruleville, MS 38771
(662) 246-5680
Gr: 6-8 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Sunflower County, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in Sunflower County, MS include A W James Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Sunflower County?
2 public preschools are located in Sunflower County.
What is the racial composition of students in Sunflower County?
Sunflower County public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.