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#86 of 131 private schools in MS
Happy Start Learning Academy
Elementary School
14505 US HIGHWAY 45, Macon, MS 39341
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Happy Start Learning Academy
Elementary School in Macon · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Happy Start Learning Academy
Happy Start Learning Academy is a private elementary school in Macon, MS. Happy Start Learning Academy serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Happy Start Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Happy Start Learning 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Happy Start Learning Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Happy Start Learning 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 Happy Start Learning Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Macon, MS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Macon
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Happy Start Learning Academy (this school) | 5.8 |
| B F LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| EARL NASH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.3 |
| NOXUBEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL | 4.5 |
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.
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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
14505 US HIGHWAY 45, Macon, MS 39341
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Happy Start Learning Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KEMPER COUNTY LOWER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 21.3 miles away, in nearby Scooba), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 25.7 miles away, in nearby Columbus), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Aliceville Elementary School (rated 5.1/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Aliceville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Macon, see our Macon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| B F LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Macon | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| EARL NASH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Macon | 1.8 mi | 2.3 |
| NOXUBEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Macon | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| WEST LOWNDES ELEMENTARY Columbus | 19.3 mi | 4.7 |
| KEMPER COUNTY LOWER ELEMENTARY Scooba | 21.3 mi | 9.4 |
| WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 24.3 mi | 4.8 |
| KEMPER ACADEMY De Kalb | 25.2 mi | 6.2 |
| KEMPER COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY De Kalb | 25.4 mi | 8.3 |
| KEMPER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Dekalb | 25.4 mi | 8.3 |
| KEMPER COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Dekalb | 25.4 mi | 7.4 |
| NANIH WAIYA ATTENDANCE CENTER Louisville | 22.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MS SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Columbus | 26.2 mi | 8.2 |
| FRANKLIN ACADEMY Columbus | 26.4 mi | 4.3 |
| NEW HOPE MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbus | 25.6 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 25.7 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 25.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Aliceville Elementary School Aliceville | 22.9 mi | 5.1 |
| STOKES BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 27.0 mi | 4.3 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 27.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Aliceville High School Aliceville | 23.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39341 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,326
Median Home Value
$88,900
Median Rent
$595/mo
Population
6,929
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
75.3%
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Happy Start Learning Academy
What grades does Happy Start Learning Academy serve?
Happy Start Learning Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Happy Start Learning Academy?
Happy Start Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Happy Start Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Happy Start Learning Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Happy Start Learning Academy rank in MS?
Happy Start Learning Academy ranks #86 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Happy Start Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Happy Start Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Happy Start Learning Academy a private school?
Yes, Happy Start Learning Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Happy Start Learning Academy a religious school?
Happy Start Learning Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Pentecostal
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Noxubee County
- Phone
- (662) 726-5307
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