For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 249 students in 39071, MS (there are 1 private school, serving 379 private students). 37% of all K-12 students in 39071, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 39071, MS is East Flora Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 39071 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39071, MS have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39071, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Flora Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4759 Hwy 22 East
Flora, MS 39071
(601) 879-8724
Flora, MS 39071
(601) 879-8724
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39071, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39071, MS include East Flora Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 39071?
1 public schools are located in 39071.
What percentage of students in 39071 go to public school?
37% of all K-12 students in 39071 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39071?
39071 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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