Madison Ridgeland Academy in Madison, MS, serves 1,290 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
The co–ed school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by 135 faculty members.
Founded in 1969, the academy has a religious affiliation listed as other religious and offers a regular elementary and secondary program.
Annual tuition for Madison Ridgeland Academy is $12,810, consistent with private school tuition rates in the Madison area.
The school ranks among the top 20% in Mississippi for largest student body size among private schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,290 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,810
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Madison Ridgeland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,290 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,810
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Madison Ridgeland Academy cost?
Madison Ridgeland Academy's tuition is approximately $12,810 for private students.
What is Madison Ridgeland Academy's ranking?
Madison Ridgeland Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Madison Ridgeland Academy?
The application deadline for Madison Ridgeland Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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370 Old Agency Rd
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-6000
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-6000
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(601) 859-5231
Canton, MS 39046
(601) 859-5231
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(769) 972-1386
2.8 miles
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