Best Schools in Perkinston, Mississippi
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Perkinston Elementary School
Elementary · Stone Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$201,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$201,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Perkinston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perkinston Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $69,011
- Median home value
- $201,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Perkinston compares
Median household income
$69k
132% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Perkinston, Mississippi
Perkinston, Mississippi is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Perkinston perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Perkinston is Perkinston Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Perkinston is served by 1 school district: STONE CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 2,530 students.
Perkinston's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,011. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 536 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
Schools in Perkinston
Perkinston, Mississippi · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,011
Median Home Value
$201,100
Median Rent
$740/mo
Population
9,770
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Perkinston has a median household income of $69,011. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $201,100, with a median rent of $740/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Perkinston, Mississippi
How many schools are in Perkinston, Mississippi?
Perkinston has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Perkinston, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Perkinston is 7.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Perkinston, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Perkinston on MySchoolScout is Perkinston Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Perkinston, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Perkinston on MySchoolScout is Perkinston Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Perkinston, Mississippi?
Perkinston is served by 1 school district: Stone Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Perkinston, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Perkinston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Perkinston, Mississippi?
The median household income in Perkinston is approximately $69,011 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Perkinston, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Perkinston is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Perkinston, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.