Welcome to Pearl River Central Elementary School!

Located in the heart of Carriere, Mississippi, and the sole elementary school for the Pearl River County School District, PRCES is a thriving educational community dedicated to fostering a lifelong love of learning. As a large and vibrant campus, we proudly serve approximately 1,400 students from Pre-K through 5th grade. Our exceptional team of nearly 180 dedicated faculty and staff members works tirelessly every day to create a safe, supportive, and academically rigorous environment.

At PRCES, we believe deeply in continuous growth and are committed to giving children the education they truly deserve—personalized to the very best of our ability. Our mission goes far beyond academics. We are dedicated to developing good communicators who are resilient, while ensuring that every child is emotionally, mentally, and physically well taken care of.

We champion data-driven literacy growth rooted in the Science of Reading framework because we believe that "Words Have Power." By blending this high academic standard with a nurturing environment, we ensure our campus is a place where students are safe, happy, and empowered to tackle productive challenges. Together, as Blue Devils, we are building a strong, holistic foundation for the future!