For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 649 students in Raleigh, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Raleigh, MS is Raleigh Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Raleigh, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Raleigh have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Raleigh, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raleigh Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 White Oak Avenue
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-9507
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-9507
Gr: PK-6 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Community Learning Center
Alternative School
469 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4796
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4796
Gr: 3-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Raleigh, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Raleigh, MS include Raleigh Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Raleigh?
2 public elementary schools are located in Raleigh.
What is the racial composition of students in Raleigh?
Raleigh public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
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