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#109 of 131 private schools in MS
New Jerusalem Christian Academy
Elementary School · Jackson, MS
A private elementary school in Jackson, MS serving grades Kindergarten – 7th.
5708 OLD CANTON RD, Jackson, MS 39211
- 10:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. MS average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where New Jerusalem Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 34Car-Dependent
- Transit 18Minimal Transit
- Bike 32Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$68,415
Median home value
$198,300
Median rent
$1,273/mo
College educated
54.1%
Homeownership
64%
Poverty rate
11.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 39211; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mc Leod Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 2.9 | PK–5 | 0.5 mi | 363 | Compare → |
| ReviveCharter · enrollment unverified | 6.7 | K–2 | 0.7 mi | 284 | Compare → |
| Spann Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | K–5 | 1.6 mi | 381 | Compare → |
| Christ Covenant SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.5private | PK–8 | 1.8 mi | 341 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
New Jerusalem Christian Academy is listed in Jackson, MS; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About New Jerusalem Christian Academy
New Jerusalem Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Jackson, MS, serving approximately 105 students in grades Kindergarten-7th with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 131 private schools in MS.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about New Jerusalem Christian Academy
What grades does New Jerusalem Christian Academy serve?
New Jerusalem Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend New Jerusalem Christian Academy?
New Jerusalem Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Jerusalem Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Jerusalem Christian Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Jerusalem Christian Academy rank in MS?
New Jerusalem Christian Academy ranks #109 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is New Jerusalem Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
New Jerusalem Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Jerusalem Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, New Jerusalem Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Jerusalem Christian Academy a religious school?
New Jerusalem Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hinds County
- Phone
- (601) 206-1749
- Area population (ZIP 39211)
- 24,185
- Area average commute
- 19 min
- Area median age
- 34.2
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 39211; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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