For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 678 students in 38858, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38858, MS are Nettleton Primary School, Nettleton Junior High School and Nettleton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 38858 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38858, MS have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38858, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nettleton Primary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4386 Hwy 6 North
Nettleton, MS 38858
(662) 963-2360
Nettleton, MS 38858
(662) 963-2360
Gr: K-2 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Nettleton Junior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1532 Maple Road
Nettleton, MS 38858
(662) 963-7400
Nettleton, MS 38858
(662) 963-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Nettleton Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
170 Mullen Avenue
Nettleton, MS 38858
(622) 963-1524
Nettleton, MS 38858
(622) 963-1524
Gr: 3-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38858, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38858, MS include Nettleton Primary School, Nettleton Junior High School and Nettleton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38858?
3 public elementary schools are located in 38858.
What is the racial composition of students in 38858?
38858 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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