For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,351 students in 39452, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39452, MS are Rocky Creek Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Lt Taylor Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39452 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39452, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39452, MS Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rocky Creek Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2183 Rocky Creek Road
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3886
Gr: PK-6 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14159 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-2429
Gr: PK-6 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Lt Taylor Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
159 Mable St
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6065
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6065
Gr: 3-7 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Benndale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5204 Hwy 26 West
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 766-6341
Gr: PK-6 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Agricola Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6165 Hwy 613 S
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-8447
Gr: PK-6 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Lc Hatcher Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
689 Church St
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3110
Gr: PK-2 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39452, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39452, MS include Rocky Creek Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Lt Taylor Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39452?
6 public elementary schools are located in 39452.
What is the racial composition of students in 39452?
39452 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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