Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School in Jackson, MS offers co–ed education for grades PK through 6 in a midsize city setting.
The school enrolls 43 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 7 teachers.
The entire student body is composed of students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Mississippi for diversity.
Sister Thea Bowman is a Catholic elementary school affiliated with the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Located in Jackson, this private school provides early childhood and elementary education with tuition below the local average of $17,220 for elementary programs.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sr. Thea Bowman, The first African-American woman to receive a Doctorate in Theology from Boston College -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School?
Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School famous alumni include: Sr. Thea Bowman, The first African-American woman to receive a Doctorate in Theology from Boston College.
When is the application deadline for Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School?
The application deadline for Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 09, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 10, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 12, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
March 13, 2026 (Friday)
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