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Best Mississippi Private Daycares & Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 185 private daycares & preschools serving 45,610 students in Mississippi.

The private daycares & preschools in Mississippi include Cathedral School, Central Holmes Christian School, and Desoto Christian Academy.

The average tuition cost is $10,202, which is lower than the Mississippi average tuition cost of $10,203.

84% of private daycares & preschools in Mississippi are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 185
# Students Served: 45,610

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 185
# Students Served: 45,610

Mississippi Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

185

Private Schools

45,610

Students

$10,202

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

17%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Mississippi?

The private daycares & preschools in Mississippi include Cathedral School, Central Holmes Christian School, and Desoto Christian Academy.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Mississippi?

185 private daycares & preschools are located in Mississippi.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Mississippi?

The average tuition cost is $10,202, which is lower than the Mississippi private school average tuition cost of $10,203.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Mississippi?

Mississippi private daycares & preschools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the Mississippi private school average of 19%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Mississippi?

84% of private daycares & preschools in Mississippi are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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