St. Elizabeth Catholic School

St. Elizabeth Catholic School in Clarksdale, MS offers co–educational programs for grades PK through 6 in a town setting.
Founded in 1947, the school is affiliated with the Catholic faith and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.
The school serves 114 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, supported by 10 teaching staff.
Approximately 19% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity in the town community.
Elizabeth Catholic School ranks among the olde private schools in Mississippi based on its founding year.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 114 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Elizabeth Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1947

Student Body

Total Students
114 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Elizabeth Catholic School's ranking?
St. Elizabeth Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Elizabeth Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Elizabeth Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

View the St. Elizabeth Catholic School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
First day of School for 26-27 School Year
August 07, 2026 (Friday)
Fall Break October 12-13
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 08, 2027 (Monday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 114 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $10,115 for elementary schools and $11,358 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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