For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,225 students in 39073, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39073, MS are Florence Elementary School, Florence Middle School and Mclaurin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39073 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39073, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39073, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Florence Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
285 Highway 469 North
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-8164
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-8164
Grades: 3-5
| 529 students
Rank: #22.
Florence Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
123 Beverly Drive
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
Grades: 6-8
| 575 students
Rank: #33.
Mclaurin Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2693 Star Road
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
Grades: PK-6
| 552 students
Rank: n/an/a
300 Highway 469 North
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-5724
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-5724
Grades: PK-2
| 569 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39073, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39073, MS include Florence Elementary School, Florence Middle School and Mclaurin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39073?
4 public elementary schools are located in 39073.
What is the racial composition of students in 39073?
39073 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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