For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,901 students in 39501, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 119 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 39501, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39501, MS are 28th Street Elementary School, West Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39501 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39501, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39501, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
28th Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3034 46th Avenue
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 867-2140
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 867-2140
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
West Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4051 15th Street
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 870-1025
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 870-1025
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1043 Pass Road
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 865-4642
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 865-4642
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Gulfport Central Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1310 42nd Avenue
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 870-1035
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 870-1035
Gr: 6-8 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39501, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39501, MS include 28th Street Elementary School, West Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39501?
4 public schools are located in 39501.
What percentage of students in 39501 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 39501 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39501?
39501 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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