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#99 of 131 private schools in MS

Desoto Christian Academy

School

100 ACADEMY DR, Olive Branch, MS 38654

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Mississippi private schools

#99 of 131

In Olive Branch

#2 of 3

public schools

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About Desoto Christian Academy

Desoto Christian Academy is a private school in Olive Branch, MS. Desoto Christian Academy serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Desoto Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 131 private schools in MS.

How it compares0.8 pts below MS schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
MS avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Desoto Christian Academy 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.

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How Desoto Christian Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Olive Branch, MS

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.7:1

This School

14.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

487

This School

758

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.5% vs 0%

Black 7.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.1% vs 0%

Asian 2.3% vs 0%

Desoto Christian Academy Olive Branch Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Desoto Christian Academy (this school)	—	487	13.7:1	5.5
PLEASANT HILL ELEMENTARY	1.1 mi	1,075	13.8:1	6.3
OLIVE BRANCH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL	4.2 mi	439	14.6:1	4.3
OLIVE BRANCH MIDDLE	4.9 mi	714	15.2:1	4.1
OLIVE BRANCH HIGH SCHOOL	5.1 mi	1,077	15.2:1	5.9
CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	479	14.1:1	4.7
OLIVE BRANCH ELEM	5.2 mi	512	11.6:1	6.4
LEWISBURG HIGH SCHOOL	6.4 mi	1,286	16.7:1	6.3
LEWISBURG INTERMEDIATE	6.6 mi	587	14.7:1	8.2
LEWISBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	6.7 mi	603	15.9:1	7.1
LEWISBURG PRIMARY	6.8 mi	579	12.1:1	6.7
OVERPARK ELEMENTARY	8.9 mi	645	14:1	5.5
CENTER HILL MIDDLE	8.9 mi	768	17.1:1	4.5
CENTER HILL HIGH SCHOOL	9.2 mi	1,054	16:1	6.0
CENTER HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	9.6 mi	789	14.3:1	5.7

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

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,190

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 31%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 487

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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)

White 81.5%

Black 7.4%

Hispanic 5.1%

Two or More 2.5%

Asian 2.3%

Native American 1.0%

Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

100 ACADEMY DR, Olive Branch, MS 38654

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Desoto Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CROSS CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Southaven), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NORTHSTAR ACADEMY (rated 3.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Southaven), a more accessible option. For more schools in Olive Branch, see our Olive Branch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CROSS CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olive Branch	0.4 mi	112	8.1
NORTHSTAR ACADEMY Southaven	0.7 mi	1,663	3.4
PLEASANT HILL ELEMENTARY Olive Branch	1.1 mi	1,075	6.3
NORTHPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Southaven	1.5 mi	928	5.1
DESOTO CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Southaven	2.1 mi	2,011	5.4
DESOTO CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Southaven	2.3 mi	1,407	5.4
DESOTO CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven	2.5 mi	820	3.9
DESOTO CENTRAL PRIMARY Southaven	3.9 mi	847	5.5
PARK ACADEMY SCHOOL-PARKWOOD BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Olive Branch	3.7 mi	37	4.0
GREENBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven	4.0 mi	582	4.9
GREENBROOK BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Southaven	4.1 mi	8	—
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis	4.9 mi	402	3.4
OLIVE BRANCH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Olive Branch	4.2 mi	439	4.3
SOUTHAVEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southaven	4.4 mi	997	4.3
Crump Elementary Memphis	5.5 mi	544	4.7
Cromwell Elementary Memphis	6.0 mi	460	6.8
OLIVE BRANCH MIDDLE Olive Branch	4.9 mi	714	4.1
OLIVE BRANCH HIGH SCHOOL Olive Branch	5.1 mi	1,077	5.9
Memphis School of Excellence Memphis	6.2 mi	562	4.9
CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olive Branch	5.1 mi	479	4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38654 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,481

Median Home Value

$284,400

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

57,334

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
SIMPSON COUNTY ACADEMY Mendenhall, MS	538	5.5
CARROLL ACADEMY Carrollton, MS	308	5.6
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI HIGH SCHOOL Oxford, MS	500	5.6
BAYOU ACADEMY Cleveland, MS	525	5.7
KIRK ACADEMY Grenada, MS	348	5.7
MAGNOLIA HEIGHTS SCHOOL Senatobia, MS	600	5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Desoto Christian Academy

What grades does Desoto Christian Academy serve?

Desoto Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Desoto Christian Academy?

Desoto Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desoto Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Desoto Christian Academy is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Desoto Christian Academy rank in MS?

Desoto Christian Academy ranks #99 of 131 private schools in MS.

What is Desoto Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Desoto Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Desoto Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Desoto Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Desoto Christian Academy a religious school?

Desoto Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 36 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 487
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 36
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: DeSoto County
Phone: (662) 895-6385

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