For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,129 students in 39530, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39530, MS are Biloxi Upper Elementary School and Gorenflo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39530 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39530, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 39530, MS Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Biloxi Upper Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1424 Father Ryan Avenue
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-3700
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-3700
Grades: 5-6
| 800 students
Rank: #22.
Gorenflo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
771 Elder Street
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 436-5145
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 436-5145
Grades: 1-4
| 350 students
Rank: n/an/a
Creekbend Elementary And Middle School
Magnet School
16121 Highway 15
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 323-0222
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 323-0222
Grades: K-8
| 979 students
39530, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
580 Howard Avenue
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-7226
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 432-7226
Grades: K-6
| 278 students
140 St Johns St
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 374-1810
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 374-1810
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
1400 Father Ryan Ave
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 435-4540
Biloxi, MS 39530
(228) 435-4540
Grades: 6-7
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39530, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39530, MS include Biloxi Upper Elementary School and Gorenflo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39530?
3 public elementary schools are located in 39530.
What is the racial composition of students in 39530?
39530 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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