For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 216 students in 39462, MS.
The top ranked public elementary school in 39462, MS is Perry Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39462 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39462, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 39462, MS Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Perry Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 8th Ave. South
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3226
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3226
Grades: 6-8
| 216 students
Rank: n/an/a
Perry County Alternative Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
9899 Hwy 98 East
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
New Augusta, MS 39462
(601) 964-3235
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39462, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39462, MS include Perry Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39462?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39462.
What is the racial composition of students in 39462?
39462 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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