39301 Mississippi Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 618 students in 39301, MS (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,683 public students). 27% of all K-12 students in 39301, MS are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 11%).
The top ranked private schools in 39301, MS include Russell Christian Academy and St. Patrick Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi private school average acceptance rate of 92%.
100% of private schools in 39301, MS are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 39301 Mississippi Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Russell Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 421 students
Christian
1844d Highway 11 And 80
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 484-5888
Map of St. Patrick Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 122 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
2700 Davis St
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 482-6044
Map of The Pentecostal Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students
Pentecostal
1811 Old Marion Road
Meridian, MS 39301
(601) 693-7375

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 39301, MS?
The top ranked private schools in 39301, MS include Russell Christian Academy and St. Patrick Elementary School.
How many private schools are located in 39301?
3 private schools are located in 39301.
What percentage of students in 39301 go to private school?
27% of all K-12 students in 39301 are educated in private schools (compared to the MS state average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 39301?
100% of private schools in 39301 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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