For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,213 students in 39117, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39117, MS are Bettye Mae Jack Middle School and Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39117 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39117, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39117, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
128 M.l. King Drive
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-6977
Gr: 5-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
265 E Second Avenue
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Morton, MS 39117
(601) 732-8529
Gr: PK-4 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39117, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39117, MS include Bettye Mae Jack Middle School and Morton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39117?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39117.
What is the racial composition of students in 39117?
39117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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