What types of schools are available in Picayune, Mississippi?

Picayune, Mississippi offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Picayune, Mississippi

Q: How many schools are in Picayune, Mississippi?

There are 9 schools in Picayune, Mississippi, serving 3,708 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Picayune?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Picayune, Mississippi, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 9 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

3,708

Total Students

Across Picayune

68.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

9 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score34%

ELA Assessment Score42%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 940 students at Picayune Memorial High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

West Hancock Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

23350 Highway 43, Picayune, MS 39466

South Side Upper Elementary

publicmiddleGrade 3-6

1500 Rosa Street, Picayune, MS 39466

Picayune Junior High School

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

702 Goodyear Blvd., Picayune, MS 39466

Picayune Memorial High School

publicElementary9-13th Grade

800 Fifth Avenue, Picayune, MS 39466

Roseland Park Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

1610 Gilcrease Street, Picayune, MS 39466

1887 Hwy 11 South, Picayune, MS 39466

111 Kirkwood Street, Picayune, MS 39466

South Side Lower Elementary

publicelementaryPK-K2

400 South Beech Street, Picayune, MS 39466

Early Head Start Nicholson

publicelementaryPK-PK

1865 Hwy 11 South, Picayune, MS 39466

Detailed Overview of Schools in Picayune

Picayune, Mississippi is home to 9 schools serving over 3,708 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Picayune, Mississippi?

There are 9 schools in Picayune, serving 3,708 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Picayune?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Picayune include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Picayune?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Picayune is 68.3:1.

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