For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,152 students in 39047, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 23 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 39047, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39047, MS are Northshore Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Pisgah Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39047 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39047, MS have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39047, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northshore Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
110 Northshore Pkwy
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5279
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5279
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
171 Oakdale Road
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5442
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5442
Gr: PK-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Pisgah Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
125 Pisgah High Rd.
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 829-2937
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 829-2937
Gr: PK-6 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Highland Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5970 Highway 25
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5168
Brandon, MS 39047
(601) 992-5168
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39047, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39047, MS include Northshore Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Pisgah Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39047?
4 public schools are located in 39047.
What percentage of students in 39047 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 39047 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39047?
39047 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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