Best Madison Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,817 students in Madison, MS (there are 13 public schools, serving 9,066 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in Madison, MS are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in Madison, MS include St. Joseph Catholic School and Madison Ridgeland Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Mississippi private school average acceptance rate of 94%.
75% of private schools in Madison, MS are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Madison Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Madison Ridgeland Academy
(Christian)
7601 Old Canton Road
Madison, MS 39110
(601) 856-4455
Grades: PK-12
| 1,177 students
St. Joseph Catholic School
St. Joseph Catholic School Photo - St. Joseph Catholic School's annual year-long, student-led fundraiser culminates with a dance marathon and celebration of money raised that is donated to Batson Children's Hospital. Since the project began in 2016, endless prayers and over $125,000 has been donated.
(Catholic)
308 New Mannsdale Rd
Madison, MS 39110
(601) 898-4800
Grades: 7-12
| 399 students
Montessori Childrens House At Chapel Of The Cross
Montessori School
(1)
642 Mannsdale Rd
Madison, MS 39110
(601) 856-0474
Grades: PK-K
| 28 students
St. Anthony Catholic School
(Catholic)
1585 Old Mannsdale Rd
Madison, MS 39110
(601) 607-7054
Grades: PK-6
| 213 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Madison, MS?
The top ranked private schools in Madison, MS include St. Joseph Catholic School and Madison Ridgeland Academy.
How many private schools are located in Madison, MS?
4 private schools are located in Madison, MS.
What percentage of students in Madison, MS go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in Madison, MS are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Madison, MS?
75% of private schools in Madison, MS are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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