Simpson County Academy

Simpson County Academy serves 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-12. The student:teacher of Simpson County Academy is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Other.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 580 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Simpson County Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1995
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
The mission of Simpson County Academy is to be a dynamic, independent educational institution dedicated to Christian values, academic excellence, and athletic achievement.

Student Body

Total Students
580 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Simpson County Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Simpson County Academy cost?
Simpson County Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Simpson County Academy often compared to?
Simpson County Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Genesis One Christian School, Sylva Bay Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Simpson County Academy?
The acceptance rate of Simpson County Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What is Simpson County Academy's ranking?
Simpson County Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Simpson County Academy?
The application deadline for Simpson County Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 580 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $11,088 for elementary schools and $11,640 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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