For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,863 students in 39209, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39209, MS are John Hopkins Elementary School, Lake Elementary School and Clausell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39209 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39209, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39209, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Hopkins Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
170 John Hopkins Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2540
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2540
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
472 Mt Vernon Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5308
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5308
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Clausell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3330 Harley Street
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5319
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5319
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #44.
Pecan Park Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
415 Claiborne Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5444
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5444
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
Timberlawn Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1980 N Siwell Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2556
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2556
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Ambition Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5331 Clinton Blvd.
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 487-1658
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 487-1658
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Career Academic Placement Program
Alternative School
311 Joel Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 982-5221
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 982-5221
Gr: 1-12
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School
Location
Quick Facts
156 Flag Chapel Road
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2544
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2544
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39209, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39209, MS include John Hopkins Elementary School, Lake Elementary School and Clausell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39209?
7 public elementary schools are located in 39209.
What is the racial composition of students in 39209?
39209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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