Best Canton Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 346 students in Canton, MS (there are 12 public schools, serving 3,378 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in Canton, MS are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 10%).
The best top ranked private schools in Canton, MS include Canton Academy and Holy Child Jesus School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is lower than the Mississippi private school average acceptance rate of 94%.
100% of private schools in Canton, MS are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Canton Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Canton Academy
(Christian)
1 Nancy Drive
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-5232
Grades: PK-12
| 287 students
Holy Child Jesus School
(Catholic)
(1)
315 Garrett St
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-4168
Grades: K-2
| 59 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Canton, MS?
The top ranked private schools in Canton, MS include Canton Academy and Holy Child Jesus School.
How many private schools are located in Canton, MS?
2 private schools are located in Canton, MS.
What percentage of students in Canton, MS go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Canton, MS are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Canton, MS?
100% of private schools in Canton, MS are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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