For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,737 students in Pascagoula, MS (there are 3 private schools, serving 506 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Pascagoula, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Pascagoula, MS are Beach Elementary School, Lake Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pascagoula, MS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Pascagoula have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Pascagoula, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beach Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
633 Market Street
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6428
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6428
Gr: K-4 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Lake Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4503 Willow Street
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6422
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6422
Gr: K-4 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 Dupont Street
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6559
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6559
Gr: PK-4 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3203 Lanier Street
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6554
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6554
Gr: K-4 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Pascagoula High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1716 Tucker Street
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6451
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6451
Gr: 9-12 | 1,127 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4102 Scovel Rd
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6547
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6547
Gr: K-4 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Eastlawn Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2611 Ingalls Ave
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6431
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6431
Gr: PK-4 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Trent Lott
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2234 Pascagoula
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6465
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6465
Gr: 5-6 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #99.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3511 Arlington Street
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6552
Pascagoula, MS 39581
(228) 938-6552
Gr: PK-4 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
William M Colmer Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3112 Eden Street
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6474
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6474
Gr: 7-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1111.
Jackson County Exceptional
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4311 Hospital Road
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 762-1457
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 762-1457
Gr: K-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
College & Career Technical Inst.
Vocational School
2602 Market Street
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6579
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6579
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Pascagoula Opportunity Center
Alternative School
1520 Tucker Avenue
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6222
Pascagoula, MS 39567
(228) 938-6222
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pascagoula, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in Pascagoula, MS include Beach Elementary School, Lake Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pascagoula?
13 public schools are located in Pascagoula.
What percentage of students in Pascagoula go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Pascagoula are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pascagoula?
Pascagoula public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Pascagoula are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pascagoula include: Central Elementary School vs. Arlington Elementary School, Cherokee Elementary School vs. Eastlawn Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School
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