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 Facts (2026)
- 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)
Top Rankings
Simpson County Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
580 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- 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.
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 88%.
What is Simpson County Academy's ranking?
Simpson County Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
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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The nearest high school to Simpson County Academy is The Piney Woods School (14.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Genesis One Christian School (4.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
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Genesis One Christian School
(Christian)
104 S. Grand Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 54 students Tuition listed
Sylva Bay Academy ![Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium]( "Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium")
(Christian)
17 Hwy 531
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
29 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 296 students Sports: 10 Tuition listed
Prentiss Christian School
(Christian)
1643 Amanda St
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
22.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 195 students
400 MS-43
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
22.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
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Location
Miles
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Sylva Bay Academy ![Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium]( "Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium")
(Christian)
17 Hwy 531
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
29 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 296 students Sports: 10 Tuition listed
Prentiss Christian School
(Christian)
1643 Amanda St
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
22.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 195 students
400 MS-43
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
22.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Genesis One Christian School
(Christian)
104 S. Grand Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 54 students Tuition listed
Sylva Bay Academy ![Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium]( "Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium")
(Christian)
17 Hwy 531
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
29 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 296 students Sports: 10 Tuition listed
Prentiss Christian School
(Christian)
1643 Amanda St
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
22.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 195 students
400 MS-43
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
22.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Genesis One Christian School
(Christian)
104 S. Grand Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 54 students Tuition listed
Sylva Bay Academy ![Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium]( "Sylva Bay Academy Photo - SBA Stadium")
(Christian)
17 Hwy 531
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
Bay Springs, MS 39422
(601) 764-2157
29 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 296 students Sports: 10 Tuition listed
400 MS-43
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
22.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Genesis One Christian School
(Christian)
104 S. Grand Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 54 students Tuition listed
Millcreek School
Special Education School
900 1st Avenue N.e.
Magee, MS 39111
(866) 384-0569
Magee, MS 39111
(866) 384-0569
6.3 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 183 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5096 Highway 49 S
Piney Woods, MS 39148
(769) 232-1909
Piney Woods, MS 39148
(769) 232-1909
14.4 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 86 students
489 Bethlehem Rd
Harrisville, MS 39082
(601) 473-2244
Harrisville, MS 39082
(601) 473-2244
16.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students
Po Box 925
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-6230
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-6230
22 miles
Gr: K-9 | 44 students
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Location
Miles
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5096 Highway 49 S
Piney Woods, MS 39148
(769) 232-1909
Piney Woods, MS 39148
(769) 232-1909
14.4 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 86 students
489 Bethlehem Rd
Harrisville, MS 39082
(601) 473-2244
Harrisville, MS 39082
(601) 473-2244
16.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students
Po Box 925
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-6230
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-6230
22 miles
Gr: K-9 | 44 students
Prentiss Christian School
(Christian)
1643 Amanda St
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
22.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 195 students
400 MS-43
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
22.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Genesis One Christian School
(Christian)
104 S. Grand Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 54 students Tuition listed
5096 Highway 49 S
Piney Woods, MS 39148
(769) 232-1909
Piney Woods, MS 39148
(769) 232-1909
14.4 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 86 students
Po Box 925
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-6230
Collins, MS 39428
(601) 765-6230
22 miles
Gr: K-9 | 44 students
Prentiss Christian School
(Christian)
1643 Amanda St
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-8549
22.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 195 students
400 MS-43
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
22.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Genesis One Christian School
(Christian)
104 S. Grand Street
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
Mendenhall, MS 39114
(601) 847-3209
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 54 students Tuition listed
400 MS-43
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
Pelahatchie, MS 39145
(601) 854-5691
22.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 766 students
111 Wesley Cir
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 891-0608
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 891-0608
24.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 362 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Brandon First Umc Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
205 Mary Ann Dr
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 824-0281
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 824-0281
26.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 73 students Tuition listed
Crossgates Baptist Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
8 Crosswoods Rd
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 825-7565
Brandon, MS 39042
(601) 825-7565
28.2 miles
Gr: K | 71 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mclaurin Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2693 Star Rd.
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2127
19.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Mclaurin High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Tiger Drive
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2247
19.7 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 481 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Florence Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
123 Beverly Dr
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2862
24.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 556 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Florence Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
285 Hwy 469 N
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-8164
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-8164
24.6 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 537 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Florence High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
232 Hwy 469 N.
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2205
Florence, MS 39073
(601) 845-2205
24.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 718 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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