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Largest Mississippi Private Schools

The average private school in Mississippi has 229 students (2026-27).

The largest private school in Mississippi is Northstar Academy, with 1,648 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MS Schools Ranked: 241
Top 20 Range (Students): 616–1,648
MS School Avg.: 229
National School Avg.: 175

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MS Schools Ranked: 241
Top 20 Range (Students): 616–1,648
MS School Avg.: 229
National School Avg.: 175

Mississippi Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	Mississippi (MS) avg
2025	227
2024	225
2023	221
2022	226
2021	217
2020	209
2019	228
2018	227
2017	234
2016	239
2015	210

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Show school map — Mississippi (students range: 616–1,648, avg 229)

School Size Range: 424 1,648 Avg. School Size: 711

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mississippi average private schools student size?

The Mississippi average private schools student size is 229 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the largest student size in Mississippi?

The top ranked private schools in Mississippi include Northstar Academy, Madison Ridgeland Academy and Jackson Academy.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the largest student size in Mississippi?

The private high school with the largest student size in Mississippi is Northstar Academy, with a value of 1648. The private elementary school with the largest student size is Northstar Academy, with a value of 1648.

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