Very Good
#26 of 131 private schools in MS
Top 19% of private schools
Grace Baptist Academy
School
3707 BIENVILLE BLVD, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Mississippi private schools
#26 of 131
In Ocean Springs
#1 of 3
public schools
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Grace Baptist Academy
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About Grace Baptist Academy
Grace Baptist Academy is a private school in Ocean Springs, MS. Grace Baptist Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Grace Baptist Academy 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.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Grace Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace Baptist 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grace Baptist Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Ocean Springs, MS
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Baptist Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| MAGNOLIA PARK ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| OCEAN SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| PECAN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| ST. MARTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| ST MARTIN UPPER ELEMENTARY | 6.2 |
| OCEAN SPRINGS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHO | 7.5 |
| ST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| OCEAN SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| ST MARTIN EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3707 BIENVILLE BLVD, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NICHOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.7/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Biloxi), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SINGING RIVER ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Gautier), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ocean Springs, see our Ocean Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,300
Median Home Value
$220,000
Median Rent
$1,314/mo
Population
42,295
College Educated
40.1%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
40.5
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| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport, MS | 7.9 |
| TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo, MS | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Baptist Academy
What grades does Grace Baptist Academy serve?
Grace Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Grace Baptist Academy?
Grace Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Baptist Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Baptist Academy rank in MS?
Grace Baptist Academy ranks #26 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Grace Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Grace Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grace Baptist Academy a religious school?
Grace Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 76% M / 24% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (228) 875-2093
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