For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 578 students in University, MS.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- # Private Schools: 2
- # Students Served: 578
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University Private Schools
Quick Facts (26-27)
- # Private Schools: 2
- # Students Served: 578
- View University, MS School Trends
Top Ranked University Private Schools (2026-27)
Gr: Inquire with school | 500 students
Alternative School
Po Box 1848
University, MS 38677
(662) 915-1296
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students
1111 Jackson Ave Ste J
University, MS 38677
(662) 915-1296
University, MS Private School Trends
2
Private Schools
578
Students
36%
Students of Color
28:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (University)
This State (MS)
# Schools
2 Schools
247 Schools
# Students
578 Students
55,084 Students
% Students of Color
36%
20%
Diversity Score
0.54
0.48
# American Indian Students
0 Students
93 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
5 Students
1,695 Students
% Asian Students
1%
3%
# Hispanic Students
92 Students
1,229 Students
% Hispanic Students
16%
2%
# Black Students
111 Students
5,457 Students
% Black Students
19%
9%
# White Students
368 Students
41,472 Students
% White Students
64%
70%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
34 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
2 Students
9,405 Students
% of Others Students
<1%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
21 Teachers
4,484 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in University, MS?
The top ranked private schools in University, MS is University Of Mississippi High School.
How many private schools are located in University?
2 private schools are located in University.
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