For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,210 students in 39212, MS.
The top ranked public preschools in 39212, MS are Shirley Elementary School, Sykes Elementary School and Bates Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39212 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39212, MS have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39212, MS Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shirley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
330 Judy Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Grades: PK-5
| 280 students
Rank: #22.
Sykes Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3555 Simpson Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4303
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4303
Grades: PK-5
| 320 students
Rank: #33.
Bates Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3180 Mcdowell Road Ext
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 346-1412
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 346-1412
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
Rank: #44.
Marshall Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2909 Oak Forest Drive
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4342
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4342
Grades: PK-5
| 176 students
39212, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 East Santa Clair Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4327
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4327
Grades: PK-5
| 211 students
330 Judy Street
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4336
Grades: K-5
| 354 students
210 Daniel Lake Boulevard
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4309
Jackson, MS 39212
(601) 371-4309
Grades: 6-8
| 301 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 39212, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in 39212, MS include Shirley Elementary School, Sykes Elementary School and Bates Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39212?
4 public preschools are located in 39212.
What is the racial composition of students in 39212?
39212 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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