St. Andrew's Episcopal School Photo - North Campus in Ridgeland

Best Ridgeland Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,771 students in Ridgeland, MS (there are 6 public schools, serving 3,078 public students). 37% of all K-12 students in Ridgeland, MS are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in Ridgeland, MS include St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Christ Covenant School, and St. Augustine School.
The average acceptance rate is 30%, which is lower than the Mississippi private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
100% of private schools in Ridgeland, MS are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Top Ranked Ridgeland Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Christ Covenant School
Christ Covenant School Photo - Lower School students use iPod Touches to play interactive learning games in specific subjects.
(Presbyterian)
752 S Pear Orchard Rd
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 978-2272
Gr: PK-8 | 376 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 15
St. Andrew's Episcopal School
St. Andrew's Episcopal School Photo
(Episcopal)
(1)
370 Old Agency Rd
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-6000
Gr: NS-12 | 1,039 student Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Augustine School
Alternative School (Christian)
1202 Highland Colony Pkwy
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(769) 972-1386
Gr: PK-12 | 314 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
Colonial Heights Baptist Church Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
444 Northpark Dr
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 956-5000
Gr: K | 42 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Ridgeland, Mississippi

Ridgeland, Mississippi Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Heritage School (Closed 2006)
Special Education School
550 Sunnybrook Rd
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 853-7163
Gr: K-8 | 30 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Ridgeland, MS?
The top ranked private schools in Ridgeland, MS include St. Andrew's Episcopal School, Christ Covenant School, and St. Augustine School.
How many private schools are located in Ridgeland?
4 private schools are located in Ridgeland.
What percentage of students in Ridgeland go to private school?
37% of all K-12 students in Ridgeland are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Ridgeland?
100% of private schools in Ridgeland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
Which private schools in Ridgeland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Ridgeland include: Colonial Heights Baptist Church Kindergarten vs. Christ Covenant School

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