For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 342 students in 39189, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 39189, MS is Leake County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 39189 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39189, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39189, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leake County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1280 School Street
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2324
Walnut Grove, MS 39189
(601) 253-2324
Gr: K-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39189, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39189, MS include Leake County Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39189?
1 public elementary schools are located in 39189.
What is the racial composition of students in 39189?
39189 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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