Tupelo Christian Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MS School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 545 students
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Tupelo Christian Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Christian Schools International (CSI)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Tupelo Christian Preparatory School
Pre-K	9
Kind	18
1	39
2	32
3	42
4	46
5	48
6	44
7	42
8	50
9	31
10	36
11	64
12	44

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia

Year Founded

1988

Student Body

Total Students

545 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

54 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

45%

Average Class Size

18 students

Number of AP Courses

8 courses

Advanced Courses

AP CalculusAP English Composition

AP English LiteratureAP US History

Dual Credit BibleDual Credit Health

Dual Credit PsychologyDual Credit U.S. History

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Other fees: Application, Registration, Building Tuition depends on the student's grade level.

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,500

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Brandy Wilcox

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

ArcheryBaseball

BasketballBowling

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Weightlifting

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

High School Student CouncilJunior Beta Club

National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society

School Notes

Since 1988, Tupelo Christian Preparatory School has been leading students, in partnership with Christian families, to know Christ and make Him known through rigorous academics, challenging athletics, stimulating arts and servant-hood activities.
TCPS is dedicated to the glory of God and is founded on the belief that God is the source of all truth as revealed in the Person of Jesus Christ.
All areas of learning (spiritual, academic, physical, and social) are taught from the biblically-based belief that truth is revealed in the Word of God.
The Bible has prime significance in all subject areas.

School Motto: Keeping Christ first and academics second to none since 1988

1) Tupelo Christian Preparatory (TCPS) is a faith-based school and is accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and AdvancedEd. We have approximately615 students that represent over 8 different denominations and over 74 different churches. 2) We are a private Christian school and are not funded by the State of Mississippi. Our funding comes from tuition and fees, as well as private donors. 3) Our class sizes are small. An average of 15 students per class is the norm. 4) Hot lunches begin on the first day of school. 5) We presently have a staff of 67: 1 Headmaster, 2 Principals, 1 Athletic Director, 2 Guidance Counselors, 1 Director of Marketing 1 Director of Technology, 1 Librarian,6 Clerical Support Staff,5 Lunchroom staff,4 aid and care providers, and43 Teachers. Our teachers are Born-again, degreed, and certified. 6) We have a PTF (Parent /Teacher Fellowship). This organized group of parents works in cooperation with teachers to better the school through prayer, fund-raising, and volunteer work. 7) Our school hours are: Elementary (Full-day Kindergarten 5th) 8:00 am 2:45p.m.; Secondary (7 th 11 th) 7:45 a.m. 3:05 p.m.; Monday Friday. 8) We have a dress code that emphasizes modesty 9) Tuition is: Grade 1 grade 7: $5,800; Grade 8: $5,900; Grades 9th-12th $6,180. (see tuition schedule for the fees and tuition for half-day PK4 K) 10) Organized sports are available. We offer a full range of sports soccer, football, basketball, swimming, cross-country, baseball, softball,tennis,golfing, bowling, track,and cheerleading. We hope this information has answered all your questions. If you would like further information, please call (662.844.8604) or come by the TCPS office located at 5440 Endville Road, Belden 38826.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Tupelo Christian Preparatory School often compared to?

Tupelo Christian Preparatory School is often viewed alongside schools like Tupelo Christian Academy, Lakeview Baptist Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Tupelo Christian Preparatory School?

The acceptance rate of Tupelo Christian Preparatory School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

What sports does Tupelo Christian Preparatory School offer?

Tupelo Christian Preparatory School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Weightlifting. Tupelo Christian Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for most sports offered.

What is Tupelo Christian Preparatory School's ranking?

Tupelo Christian Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Tupelo Christian Preparatory School?

The application deadline for Tupelo Christian Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Date

Fall Break

October 12, 2026 (Monday)

Spring Break

March 08, 2027 (Monday)

Last Day of School

May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)

School Reviews

5 10/17/2020

Wonderful atmosphere to raise your children. Family oriented and welcoming. Truly a love for God and his children within this school's walls. We have loved TCPS for 11 years. It's our home.

- Posted by Parent - Mm

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $10,040 for elementary schools and $11,358 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).