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#60 of 131 private schools in MS

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Bass Christian Elementary School

Elementary School

74 MARANATHA CIR, Lumberton, MS 39455

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Mississippi private schools

#60 of 131

In Lumberton

#1 of 2

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Bass Christian Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Lumberton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bass Memorial Academy

6.3/10

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7.3/10

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About Bass Christian Elementary School

Bass Christian Elementary School is a private elementary school in Lumberton, MS. Bass Christian Elementary School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bass Christian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 131 private schools in MS.

How it comparesOn par with MS schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • MS avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, Bass Christian Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Bass Christian Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Bass Christian Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bass Christian Elementary School compares to the 3 public schools in Lumberton, MS

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
9.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
270
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 32.3% vs 0%
Black 25.8% vs 0%
White 22.6% vs 0%
Asian 6.5% vs 0%
Bass Christian Elementary School Lumberton Public Avg

All Schools in Lumberton

School Rating
Bass Christian Elementary School (this school) 6.4
LUMBERTON ELEMENTARY 7.8
LUMBERTON HIGH SCHOOL 7.9
BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL 8.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MS.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 10.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 76%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MS

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 32.3%
Black 25.8%
White 22.6%
Two or More 12.9%
Asian 6.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

74 MARANATHA CIR, Lumberton, MS 39455

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bass Christian Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER (rated 9.2/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 10.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lumberton, see our Lumberton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BASS MEMORIAL ACADEMY Lumberton 0.0 mi 6.3
PURVIS LOWER ELEMENTARY Purvis 2.2 mi 7.3
PURVIS HIGH SCHOOL Purvis 2.7 mi 5.9
PURVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Purvis 2.8 mi 6.6
PURVIS UPPER ELEMENTARY Purvis 2.9 mi 6.3
LAMAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Purvis 4.3 mi 4.9
LUMBERTON ELEMENTARY Lumberton 7.4 mi 7.8
LUMBERTON HIGH SCHOOL Lumberton 7.4 mi 7.9
DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg 10.4 mi 9.2
BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL Lumberton 10.5 mi 8.6
OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg 12.8 mi 7.0
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY Hattiesburg 13.1 mi 8.2
BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 13.1 mi 7.8
OAK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg 14.2 mi 6.7
PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg 14.2 mi 4.3
PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg 14.4 mi 6.2
GRACE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 15.0 mi
THAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 15.4 mi 6.3
FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HI SCH Brooklyn 13.6 mi 4.8
N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg 15.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,232

Median Home Value

$102,700

Median Rent

$749/mo

Population

9,030

College Educated

12.5%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bass Christian Elementary School

What grades does Bass Christian Elementary School serve?

Bass Christian Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Bass Christian Elementary School?

Bass Christian Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bass Christian Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bass Christian Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bass Christian Elementary School rank in MS?

Bass Christian Elementary School ranks #60 of 131 private schools in MS.

What is Bass Christian Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bass Christian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bass Christian Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Bass Christian Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bass Christian Elementary School a religious school?

Bass Christian Elementary School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lamar County

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