For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 335 students in 39474, MS.
The top-ranked public preschool in 39474, MS is J. E. Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 39474 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 39474, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 39474, MS Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. E. Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 J E Johnson Road
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8149
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8149
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 39474, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in 39474, MS include J. E. Johnson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39474?
1 public preschools are located in 39474.
What is the racial composition of students in 39474?
39474 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
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