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St. Patrick Catholic High School Top 6 · Highest Avg. ACT Score (MS)
Cross Creek Christian Academy Top 11 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (MS)

Best Mississippi Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 blue ribbon private schools serving 1,302 students in Mississippi.
The top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Mississippi include St. Alphonsus Catholic School and St. Patrick Catholic High School.
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Mississippi are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,302

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 5
  • # Students Served: 1,302

Top Ranked Mississippi Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Alphonsus Catholic School
St. Alphonsus Catholic School
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Blue Ribbon year: 2004
Catholic
504 Jackson Ave
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
(228) 875-5329
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St. Patrick Catholic High School
Gr: 7-8 | 383 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 17
Blue Ribbon year: 2019
Catholic
18300 Saint Patrick Road
Biloxi, MS 39532
(228) 702-0500
(4)
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Cross Creek Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 134 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 21
Baptist
4105 Goodman Road
Olive Branch, MS 38654
(662) 895-0525
(2)
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St. James Catholic School
Gr: PK-6 | 334 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 1
Blue Ribbon year: 2014
Catholic
603 West Avenue
Gulfport, MS 39507
(228) 896-6631
(3)
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Starkville Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 224 students
Sports: 2
Christian
303 Lynn Lane
Starkville, MS 39759
(662) 323-7453
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Mississippi?
The top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Mississippi include St. Alphonsus Catholic School and St. Patrick Catholic High School.
How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Mississippi?
5 blue ribbon private schools are located in Mississippi.
How diverse are blue ribbon private schools in Mississippi?
Mississippi blue ribbon private schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is higher than the Mississippi private school average of 19%.
What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Mississippi?
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Mississippi are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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