For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,491 students in 39305, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools in 39305, MS are West Lauderdale Elementary School and Northeast Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 39305 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 39305, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39305, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Lauderdale Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10350 Highway 495
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 737-2279
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 737-2279
Gr: PK-4 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6750 Newell Road
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 485-4882
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 485-4882
Gr: PK-4 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39305, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39305, MS include West Lauderdale Elementary School and Northeast Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39305?
2 public preschools are located in 39305.
What is the racial composition of students in 39305?
39305 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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