For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 823 students in 39327, MS.
The top ranked public preschool in 39327, MS is Newton County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39327 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39327, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39327, MS Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton County Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15881 Highway 15
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2956
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2956
Gr: PK-6 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
Newton County Voc Complex
Vocational School
15935 Highway 15 North
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 39327, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in 39327, MS include Newton County Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39327?
2 public preschools are located in 39327.
What is the racial composition of students in 39327?
39327 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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