Laurel Christian School

The Laurel Christian School takes a spiritual approach to education.
LCS is an extension of the Christian home and strives to encourage, support, and inspire students and families in a system of values consistent with the Word of God.
It is our philosophy that students should have a Christ-centered view of the world, mankind, and life.
This means that the entire program, the curriculum, the quality of teachers, the school policies, the methods, and the evaluation procedures will be based on a genuine committment to the Christian faith and will be reflected in the way in which the task of education is carried out.
LCS is dedicated to academic excellence in a disciplined atmosphere.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 414 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Blue, Gold

Student Body

Total Students
414 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Laurel Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$6,100 per year
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Educating for Eternity
  • School Mascot: Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Laurel Christian School often compared to?
Laurel Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Johns Day School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Laurel Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Laurel Christian School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What is Laurel Christian School's ranking?
Laurel Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Laurel Christian School?
The application deadline for Laurel Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 414 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $11,088 for elementary schools and $11,640 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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