For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,847 students in 38801, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38801, MS are Rankin Elementary School, Pierce Street Elementary School and Lawndale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 38801 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 38801, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best 38801, MS ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1908 Forrest Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8950
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8950
Grades: 3-5
| 337 students
Rank: #22.
Pierce Street Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1008 Pierce Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8940
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8940
Grades: 3-6
| 337 students
Rank: #33.
Lawndale Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1563 Mitchell Road
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8890
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8890
Grades: 3-5
| 369 students
Rank: n/an/a
628 Rutherford Road
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 844-6303
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 844-6303
Grades: K-2
| 428 students
Rank: n/an/a
520 S Thomas Street
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8960
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8960
Grades: K-2
| 376 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tupelo Alternative School
Alternative School
903 Fillmore Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Tupelo, MS 38801
(662) 841-8956
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 38801, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 38801, MS include Rankin Elementary School, Pierce Street Elementary School and Lawndale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 38801?
6 public elementary schools are located in 38801.
What is the racial composition of students in 38801?
38801 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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