Holy Family School

395 West St Holly Springs, MS 38635
www.hfamilyschool.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 164 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Holy Family School in Holly Springs, MS, serves 164 co–ed students in grades PK through 8 within a town community setting.
  • Founded in 1905, this Catholic elementary and middle school is affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with an average class size of 15 students.
  • Holy Family School has a 100% student enrollment representation of students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for diversity.
  • Tuition and other financial details are not specified; the school provides education rooted in Catholic values for families in Holly Springs and nearby areas.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 164 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Holy Family School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
164 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: The mission of Holy Family School is to provide a holistic, Catholic education for children and to empower them to become confident, self-motivated, creative learners prepared to live worthy lives for the good of themselves, the community, and the world.
  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Holy Family School often compared to?
Holy Family School is often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Academy, Friendship Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Holy Family School's ranking?
Holy Family School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Family School?
The application deadline for Holy Family School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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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).

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