For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,471 students in 39305, MS.
The top ranked public preschools in 39305, MS are West Lauderdale Elementary School and Northeast Lauderdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» preschools in zipcode 39305 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 39305, MS have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschool average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 39305, MS ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Lauderdale Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10350 Highway 495
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 737-2279
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 737-2279
Gr: PK-4 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Northeast Lauderdale Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6750 Newell Road
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 485-4882
Meridian, MS 39305
(601) 485-4882
Gr: PK-4 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 39305, MS?
The top ranked public preschools in 39305, MS include West Lauderdale Elementary School and Northeast Lauderdale Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 39305?
2 public preschools are located in 39305.
What is the racial composition of students in 39305?
39305 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public preschools average of 55% (majority Black).
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