University Of Mississippi High School

Po Box 1848 University, MS 38677
www.outreach.olemiss.edu

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • University Of Mississippi High School in University, MS serves 78 students in grades 9 through 12 within a nonsectarian alternative school program.
  • The school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 20 teaching staff members.
  • Located in a town setting, the school ranks among the top 20% of private high schools in Mississippi for largest student body size.
  • University Of Mississippi High School maintains a co–educational environment focused on high school grade levels in a rural community context.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

University Of Mississippi High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
500 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 19%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is University Of Mississippi High School's ranking?
University Of Mississippi High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for University Of Mississippi High School?
The application deadline for University Of Mississippi High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $10,040 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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