For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 738 students in 39479, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39479, MS are Seminary Elementary School and Seminary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39479 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39479, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39479, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seminary Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Main St.
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3355
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-3355
Gr: K-4 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Seminary Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Main St
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-4510
Seminary, MS 39479
(601) 722-4510
Gr: 5-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39479, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39479, MS include Seminary Elementary School and Seminary Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39479?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39479.
What is the racial composition of students in 39479?
39479 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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