For the 2025 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 839 students in Simpson County, MS (there are 9 public schools, serving 2,905 public students). 22% of all K-12 students in Simpson County, MS are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in Simpson County, MS include Simpson County Academy and Millcreek School.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Mississippi private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
Top Ranked Simpson County Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Millcreek School
Special Education School
900 1st Avenue N.e.
Magee, MS 39111
(866) 384-0569
Magee, MS 39111
(866) 384-0569
Gr: Inquire with school | 183 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
124 Academy Cir
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-1395
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-1395
Gr: PK-12 | 580 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Genesis One Christian School
(Christian)
104 S. Grand Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Gr: PK-5 | 54 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Simpson County, MS?
The top ranked private schools in Simpson County, MS include Simpson County Academy and Millcreek School.
How many private schools are located in Simpson County?
4 private schools are located in Simpson County.
What percentage of students in Simpson County go to private school?
22% of all K-12 students in Simpson County are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Simpson County?
Which private schools in Simpson County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Simpson County include: Genesis One Christian School vs. Simpson County Academy, Simpson County Academy vs. Genesis One Christian School
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