Best Public Schools in Zip Code 39581


Summary:

The 39581 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Pascagoula-Gautier School District. This diverse community faces significant economic challenges, with all schools serving a 100% free and reduced-price lunch population.

Among the standout schools, Cherokee Elementary School ranks 155 out of 390 Mississippi elementary schools and outperforms the district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, Jackson Elementary School ranks 204 out of 390 and outperforms the district and state only in English Language Arts. The Exceptional School, an alternative school, stands out with its high spending per student and low student-teacher ratio, suggesting a focus on specialized support.

Overall, the schools in the 39581 zip code serve a diverse student population, with significant representation of African American and Hispanic students. While the schools generally perform at or above the district and state averages, there is room for improvement, particularly at schools like Arlington Heights Elementary. Addressing the high levels of economic disadvantage in the area will be crucial in supporting student success across all the schools.








Cities Near Zip Code 39581

See the top MS Mississippi cities

SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Mississippi Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





Diagnostics
y-SD2L4_28___39581__4_4_011110011__ retrieved from Database in 37 milliseconds.