For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,162 students in 39209, MS (there are 7 private schools, serving 457 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 39209, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39209, MS are John Hopkins Elementary School, Clausell Elementary School and Pecan Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39209 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39209, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39209, MS Public Schools (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.
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: K-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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: K-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Provine High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Robinson Street
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5393
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5393
Gr: 9-12 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
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-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
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
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
Rank: n/an/a
Career Development Center
Vocational School
2703 First Avenue
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5322
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 960-5322
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39209, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39209, MS include John Hopkins Elementary School, Clausell Elementary School and Pecan Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39209?
9 public schools are located in 39209.
What percentage of students in 39209 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 39209 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39209?
39209 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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