For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,560 students in 39211, MS (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,631 private students). 45% of all K-12 students in 39211, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39211, MS are Casey Elementary School, Spann Elementary School and Mcleod Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39211 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 39211, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39211, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Casey Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2101 Lake Circle
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 987-3510
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 987-3510
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Spann Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1615 Brecon Dr
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 987-3532
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 987-3532
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Mcleod Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1616 Sandlewood Place
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 987-3597
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 987-3597
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Middle School For The Blind
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1252 Eastover Drive
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 984-8200
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 984-8200
Gr: 1-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Middle School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1253 Eastover Drive
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 984-8000
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 984-8000
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Revive Collegiate
Charter School
5301 Old Canton Rd.
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 345-1310
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 345-1310
Gr: K-3 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39211, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39211, MS include Casey Elementary School, Spann Elementary School and Mcleod Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39211?
6 public schools are located in 39211.
What percentage of students in 39211 go to public school?
45% of all K-12 students in 39211 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39211?
39211 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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