Benedict Day School in Sumrall, MS serves 180 students in kindergarten through 8th grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 2008, this Christian–affiliated school operates as a co–ed elementary and middle school with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1.
The school charges an annual tuition of $8,900 and employs 27 teachers to support its enrollment size.
Benedict Day School holds membership in a state or regional independent school association and maintains a nonsectarian religious orientation.
The student body includes 6% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within this rural Mississippi private school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,900
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Cecile Oliver - Current student at Isodore Newman School, holds leadership roles such as cheer captain and track captain. -
- Clay Thames - Alumnus of Baylor School, current student at Yale University, was Student Body President. -
- Harrison Foxworth - Valedictorian of Columbia High School and current student at Ole Miss. -
- Grace Hester - Pre-med double major in biology and chemistry at William Carey University. -
- Stella Bertram - Senior Beta President and Mu Alpha Theta President. -
- Carson Oliver - Student at Vanderbilt University, majoring in English. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Benedict Day School cost?
Benedict Day School's tuition is approximately $8,900 for private students.
What schools are Benedict Day School often compared to?
Benedict Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Lamar Christian School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Benedict Day School?
Benedict Day School famous alumni include: Cecile Oliver - Current student at Isodore Newman School, holds leadership roles such as cheer captain and track captain., Clay Thames - Alumnus of Baylor School, current student at Yale University, was Student Body President., Harrison Foxworth - Valedictorian of Columbia High School and current student at Ole Miss., Grace Hester - Pre-med double major in biology and chemistry at William Carey University., Stella Bertram - Senior Beta President and Mu Alpha Theta President. and Carson Oliver - Student at Vanderbilt University, majoring in English..
When is the application deadline for Benedict Day School?
The application deadline for Benedict Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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