For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,429 students in 39470, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39470, MS are Middle School Of Poplarville and Poplarville Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39470 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39470, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39470, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middle School Of Poplarville
(Math: 57% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6 Spirit Street
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-1351
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-1351
Gr: 6-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Poplarville Upper Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Todd Circle
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-3104
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-3104
Gr: 3-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
804 South Julia Street Suite A
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-6568
Poplarville, MS 39470
(601) 795-6568
Gr: PK-2 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39470, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39470, MS include Middle School Of Poplarville and Poplarville Upper Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39470?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39470.
What is the racial composition of students in 39470?
39470 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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