For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,333 students in 39501, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 39501 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 39501, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39501, MS Public Preschools (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39501, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39501, MS include 28th Street Elementary School, West Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39501?
3 public preschools are located in 39501.
What is the racial composition of students in 39501?
39501 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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