For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,282 students in 39209, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools in 39209, MS are John Hopkins Elementary School, Pecan Park Elementary School and Van Winkle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39209 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 39209, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39209, MS Public Preschools (2026)
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 Rd
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2540
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2540
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Pecan Park Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
415 Claiborne Ave
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5444
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5444
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Van Winkle Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Whiting Rd
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2547
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 923-2547
Gr: PK | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39209, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39209, MS include John Hopkins Elementary School, Pecan Park Elementary School and Van Winkle Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39209?
3 public preschools are located in 39209.
What is the racial composition of students in 39209?
39209 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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