For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 926 students in 39540, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39540, MS are Diberville Elementary School and Diberville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39540 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39540, MS have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39540, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Diberville Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4540 Brodie Road
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-2803
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-2803
Grades: K-3
| 400 students
Rank: #22.
Diberville Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3320 Warrior Drive
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-1746
Diberville, MS 39540
(228) 392-1746
Grades: 4-8
| 526 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39540, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39540, MS include Diberville Elementary School and Diberville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39540?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39540.
What is the racial composition of students in 39540?
39540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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