St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked MS School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 1,031 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,130
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School News

St. Andrew's Named Best Private K-12 School in Mississippi - 11/03/2026
Niche.com, a private organization that annually ranks schools in the United States, has once again ranked St. Andrew's as the #1 Best Private K-12 School in Mississippi and within the ...moretop 7% of private schools in the country! hide

School Rankings

St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus)
Nursery	80
Pre-K	112
Kind	65
1	55
2	44
3	58
4	58
5	59
6	65
7	69
8	51
9	84
10	77
11	75
12	79

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Enrollment peaks in Grade 11 with 86 students, while Grade 1 is the smallest class at 40.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1947

Last Day of School

Fri. May 28, 2027

Campus Size

75 acres

School Motto

Inveniemus viam aut faciemus.

Student Body

Total Students

1,031 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

34%

State avg.: 20%

Academic Profile

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

55%

Average SAT score

1370

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Comparative Government and PoliticsAP English Language/Comp

AP English LiteratureAP French

AP LatinAP Music Theory

AP Physics CAP Psychology

AP SpanishAP Statistics

AP Studio ArtAP US Government

AP US HistoryAP World History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,130

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Tuition Notes

This reflects Upper School tuition (grades 9-12). Tuition is determined by grade level.

% on Financial Aid

33%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$14.6 million

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Wrestling

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Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Saints

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Chess ClubFellowship of Christian Athletes

Mock Trial TeamModel United Nations Club

Quiz Bowl TeamRed Cross Club

Robotics TeamRocketry Club

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Speech and Debate TeamTheatre Program

School Notes

St. Andrew's Episcopal School is an independent, coeducational, preparatory day school serving students in our infant Foundations program through twelfth grade.

St. Andrew's Episcopal School is an independent, coeducational, preparatory day school serving students in our infant Foundations program through twelfth grade.The mission of St. Andrew's Episcopal School is "To nurture a diverse community in the Episcopal tradition, fostering spiritual growth, moral responsibility, academic excellence, and artistic and athletic pursuits, while preparing for a life of service to our community and the world." The South Campus houses the Lower School (Foundations through grade 4).

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Anita Goel '91 - Anita is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Nanobiosym Diagnostics (NBSDx), with a mission to decentralize, mobilize, and personalize the next generation of healthcare delivery.
- Alexander Clark '00 - Alexander is the founder and CEO of Technolutions, a software company that he created as a 7th grader.
- Keith Smythe Meacham '88 - An experienced and creative entrepreneur, brand strategist, and leader in startup and non-profit organizations, Meacham has developed an impressive resume in education, children's media, and non-profit management.
- Arjun Srinivasan '88 - Arjun heads the response team of the Center for Disease Control's (CDC) Division of Healthcare Quality Promotion.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) cost?

St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus)'s tuition is approximately $25,130 for private students.

What schools are St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) often compared to?

St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) is often viewed alongside schools like Madison Ridgeland Academy by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus)?

St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) famous alumni include: Anita Goel '91, Alexander Clark '00, Keith Smythe Meacham '88 and Arjun Srinivasan '88.

What sports does St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) offer?

St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) offers 19 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for most sports offered.

What is St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus)'s ranking?

St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus)?

The application deadline for St. Andrew's Episcopal School (Ridgeland, MS Campus) is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Thanksgiving Break: Pre-K3 - 12

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break: Foundations

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Spring Break: Pre-K3 - 12

March 08, 2027 (Monday)

Spring Break: Foundations

March 10, 2027 (Wednesday)

LS (Pre-K3-4th) Last Day of School, Spirit Day, and Early Dismissal

May 21, 2027 (Friday)

School Reviews

5 3/5/2020

St. Andrew's has been a wonderful school for my three children. It has not only given them an excellent academic education, but has instilled in them the importance of service to community. With their diversity of student body and their wonderful Global Studies program, it has also given my children a sense that they are a part of a larger global community. I especially love that my children have had wonderful teachers who have cared about them individually and taught them the importance of advocating for themselves.

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The average private school tuition in Madison County, MS is $10,648 for elementary schools and $12,318 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).