Chartered in 1970 and acccredited by the Mississippi Private School Association, PCS has sought to provide each student with a traditional education supported by the teaching of Christian principles and values.
We at Prentiss Christian are devoted to providing a first rate education that exceeds any other education available to this area.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
195 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Saints
- Chartered in 1970 and acccredited by the Mississippi Private School Association, PCS has sought to provide each student with a traditional education supported by the teaching of Christian principles and values. We at Prentiss Christian are devoted to providing a first rate education that exceeds any other education available to this area.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Prentiss Christian School?
The application deadline for Prentiss Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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