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#35 of 131 private schools in MS

Top 26% of private schools

Porters Chapel Academy

School

3460 PORTERS CHAPEL RD, Vicksburg, MS 39180

Private

Enrollment

196

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Mississippi private schools

#35 of 131

In Vicksburg

#1 of 4

public schools

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Porters Chapel Academy

7.0/10

School in Vicksburg · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Porters Chapel Academy

Porters Chapel Academy is a private school in Vicksburg, MS. Porters Chapel Academy serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Porters Chapel Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 131 private schools in MS.

How it compares0.7 pts above MS schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MS avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 196 students, Porters Chapel 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.

Porters Chapel 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

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How Porters Chapel Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Vicksburg, MS

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
196
This School
vs
497
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.8% vs 0%
Black 9.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.5% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Porters Chapel Academy Vicksburg Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Porters Chapel Academy (this school) 7.0
WARREN CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 5.9
BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.3
VICKSBURG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 4.5
WARREN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL 4.3
BOWMAR AVENUE SCHOOL 6.6
VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL 5.4
WARREN CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE 5.6
SHERMAN AVE ELEMENTARY 2.9
DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY 2.3
VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE 5.6
SOUTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.9
BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 9.2
WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9

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)
A 9.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 19%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 196
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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 88.8%
Black 9.7%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.5%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3460 PORTERS CHAPEL RD, Vicksburg, MS 39180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Porters Chapel Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST ALOYSIUS HIGH SCHOOL-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOO (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, REBUL ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 19.6 miles away, in nearby Learned), a more accessible option. For more schools in Vicksburg, see our Vicksburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.9 mi
School Distance Rating
WARREN CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.4 mi 5.9
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEM-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.5 mi 6.5
BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.5 mi 8.3
ST ALOYSIUS HIGH SCHOOL-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOO Vicksburg 1.6 mi 6.3
VICKSBURG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.6 mi 4.5
WARREN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.7 mi 4.3
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Vicksburg 2.0 mi
AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vicksburg 2.3 mi 6.9
BOWMAR AVENUE SCHOOL Vicksburg 2.2 mi 6.6
VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 2.4 mi 5.4
SHERMAN AVE ELEMENTARY Vicksburg 3.2 mi 2.9
WARREN CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg 3.2 mi 5.6
DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY Vicksburg 5.0 mi 2.3
VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg 5.0 mi 5.6
SOUTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 6.0 mi 4.9
WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 7.4 mi 7.9
BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 6.7 mi 9.2
REDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redwood 10.3 mi 7.7
REBUL ACADEMY Learned 19.6 mi 5.4
UTICA ELEM. / MIDDLE SCHOOL Utica 20.9 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,658

Median Home Value

$144,900

Median Rent

$917/mo

Population

29,311

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

70.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
HUMPHREYS ACADEMY Belzoni, MS 7.0
SHARKEY ISSAQUENA ACADEMY Rolling Fork, MS 7.2
CANTON ACADEMY Canton, MS 7.3
NORTH SUNFLOWER ACADEMY Drew, MS 6.7
COLUMBUS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Steens, MS 6.6
PRENTISS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prentiss, MS 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Porters Chapel Academy

What grades does Porters Chapel Academy serve?

Porters Chapel Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Porters Chapel Academy?

Porters Chapel Academy has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Porters Chapel Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Porters Chapel Academy 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 Porters Chapel Academy rank in MS?

Porters Chapel Academy ranks #35 of 131 private schools in MS.

What is Porters Chapel Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Porters Chapel Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Porters Chapel Academy a private school?

Yes, Porters Chapel 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 Porters Chapel Academy a religious school?

Porters Chapel Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
196
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Warren County

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