For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 402 students in 38723, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 38723, MS is Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 38723 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38723, MS have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best 38723, MS Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
939 Riverside Road
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4528
Avon, MS 38723
(662) 335-4528
Gr: PK-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 38723, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 38723, MS include Riverside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38723?
1 public elementary schools are located in 38723.
What is the racial composition of students in 38723?
38723 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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