For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 895 students in 39301, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39301, MS are Clarkdale Elementary School and Crestwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39301 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39301, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39301, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkdale Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 Highway 145
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-4463
Gr: PK-6 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 Crestwood Dr
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4971
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-4971
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39301, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39301, MS include Clarkdale Elementary School and Crestwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39301?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39301.
What is the racial composition of students in 39301?
39301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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