For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,087 students in 39531, MS (there are 2 private schools, serving 232 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 39531, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 39531, MS are Popps Ferry Elementary School and Back Bay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39531 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39531, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 39531, MS Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Popps Ferry Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
364 Nelson Road
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5135
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5135
Grades: K-4
| 552 students
Rank: #22.
Back Bay Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
340 St. Mary Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5110
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5110
Grades: K-4
| 535 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lopez School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
140 St. John Street
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 432-7783
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 432-7783
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
39531, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2003 Lawrence St
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5131
Biloxi, MS 39531
(228) 436-5131
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 39531, MS?
The top ranked public schools in 39531, MS include Popps Ferry Elementary School and Back Bay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39531?
3 public schools are located in 39531.
What percentage of students in 39531 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 39531 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39531?
39531 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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