For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,068 students in Ecru, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ecru, MS are North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School and North Pontotoc Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ecru, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ecru have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Ecru, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1620 Old Highway 15
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-2295
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-2295
Grades: 5-6
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
North Pontotoc Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8324 Hwy 15 North
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5613
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5613
Grades: K-4
| 761 students
Ecru, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8324 Hwy 15 North
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5612
Ecru, MS 38841
(662) 489-5612
Grades: 9-12
| 423 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Ecru, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ecru, MS include North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School and North Pontotoc Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ecru?
2 public elementary schools are located in Ecru.
What is the racial composition of students in Ecru?
Ecru public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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