For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 933 students in 39031, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39031, MS are Southeast Elementary School and Southeast Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39031 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39031, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 39031, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2362 A Long Creek Road
Meridian, MS 39031
(601) 486-2500
Meridian, MS 39031
(601) 486-2500
Gr: PK-4 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2535 Old Highway 19 S.e.
Meridian, MS 39031
(601) 485-5751
Meridian, MS 39031
(601) 485-5751
Gr: 5-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 39031, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 39031, MS include Southeast Elementary School and Southeast Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39031?
2 public elementary schools are located in 39031.
What is the racial composition of students in 39031?
39031 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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