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Best Mississippi Religiously Affiliated Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 199 religiously affiliated private schools serving 45,731 students in Mississippi (81% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $9,539, which is lower than the Mississippi private school average tuition cost of $10,203.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Christian (33% of schools), Baptist (23% of schools) and Catholic (17% of schools).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 199
  • # Students Served: 45,731

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 199
  • # Students Served: 45,731

Top Ranked Mississippi Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Assembly of God
3
222
18%
Baptist
45
4,238
39%
Catholic
33
9,218
21%
Christian
65
21,067
15%
Church of Christ
1
138
-
Church of God
1
6
50%
Church of God in Christ
2
105
59%
Episcopal
5
2,380
31%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
1
24
-
Methodist
4
839
5%
Other
11
2,948
14%
Pentecostal
5
401
49%
Presbyterian
17
3,974
9%
Seventh Day Adventist
6
171
72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Mississippi?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Mississippi include Adams County Christian School, Bayou Academy, and Amite School Center.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Mississippi?
199 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Mississippi.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Mississippi?
The average tuition cost is $9,539, which is lower than the Mississippi private school average tuition cost of $10,203.

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