For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,419 students in 39206, MS (there are 4 private schools, serving 700 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 39206, MS are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 39206, MS are Mcwillie Elementary School, Green Elementary School and Callaway High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 39206 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Mississippi public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 39206, MS have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 39206, MS Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcwillie Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4851 Mcwillie Circle
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3709
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3709
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Green Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
610 Forest Avenue
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3519
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3519
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
Callaway High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Beasley Road
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3535
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3535
Gr: 9-13 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
North Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
650 James M. Davis Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3528
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3528
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Smilow Prep
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
787 E Northside Dr.
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5330
Gr: 5-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #66.
Smilow Collegiate
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
787 E. Northside Dr.
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5340
Jackson, MS 39206
(769) 524-5340
Gr: K-4 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Boyd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4531 Broadmeadow Street
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3504
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-3504
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Kirksey Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5677 Highland Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-8360
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 987-8360
Gr: 6-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Midtown Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4795 Interstate 55 North Front
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 354-7770
Jackson, MS 39206
(601) 354-7770
Gr: PK-8 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 39206, MS?
The top-ranked public schools in 39206, MS include Mcwillie Elementary School, Green Elementary School and Callaway High School.
How many public schools are located in 39206?
9 public schools are located in 39206.
What percentage of students in 39206 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 39206 are educated in public schools (compared to the MS state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 39206?
39206 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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