Very Good
#30 of 131 private schools in MS
Top 22% of private schools
Sharkey Issaquena Academy
School
272 ACADEMY DR, Rolling Fork, MS 39159
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#30 of 131
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Sharkey Issaquena Academy
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About Sharkey Issaquena Academy
Sharkey Issaquena Academy is a private school in Rolling Fork, MS. Sharkey Issaquena Academy serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharkey Issaquena Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Sharkey Issaquena 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Sharkey Issaquena Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sharkey Issaquena 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 Sharkey Issaquena Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Rolling Fork, MS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rolling Fork
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sharkey Issaquena Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| SOUTH DELTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| SOUTH DELTA HIGH SCHOOL | 5.0 |
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
272 ACADEMY DR, Rolling Fork, MS 39159
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharkey Issaquena Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SIMMONS JR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Hollandale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is REDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 29.7 miles away, in nearby Redwood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CORRECT-ALL (rated 7.2/10, 27.4 miles away, in nearby Yazoo City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rolling Fork, see our Rolling Fork schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH DELTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rolling Fork | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| SOUTH DELTA HIGH SCHOOL Rolling Fork | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTH DELTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Anguilla | 5.3 mi | 3.3 |
| SANDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollandale | 18.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SIMMONS HIGH SCHOOL Hollandale | 18.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SIMMONS JR HIGH SCHOOL Hollandale | 18.1 mi | 7.7 |
| General Trass High School Lake Providence | 19.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Griffin Middle School Academy Lake Providence | 19.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Southside Elementary School Lake Providence | 20.0 mi | 3.8 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon | 24.6 mi | 6.3 |
| RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Avon | 24.6 mi | 4.9 |
| REDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redwood | 29.7 mi | 7.7 |
| HUMPHREYS ACADEMY Belzoni | 27.6 mi | 7.0 |
| EUDORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eudora | 27.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MCCOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yazoo City | 26.3 mi | 4.9 |
| YAZOO CITY HIGH SCHOOL Yazoo City | 26.4 mi | 4.1 |
| BETTIE E WOOLFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL Yazoo City | 26.8 mi | 2.2 |
| CORRECT-ALL Yazoo City | 27.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Belzoni | 29.4 mi | 5.9 |
| O.M. MCNAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Belzoni | 29.5 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39159 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,613
Median Home Value
$143,800
Median Rent
$609/mo
Population
2,742
College Educated
10.8%
Homeownership
64%
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wiggins, MS | 7.1 |
| HUMPHREYS ACADEMY Belzoni, MS | 7.0 |
| AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vicksburg, MS | 6.9 |
| CARES SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 6.9 |
| WOODLAWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Columbia, MS | 7.9 |
| THE READING NOOK ACADEMY Brookhaven, MS | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharkey Issaquena Academy
What grades does Sharkey Issaquena Academy serve?
Sharkey Issaquena Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sharkey Issaquena Academy?
Sharkey Issaquena Academy has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharkey Issaquena Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharkey Issaquena Academy is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sharkey Issaquena Academy rank in MS?
Sharkey Issaquena Academy ranks #30 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Sharkey Issaquena Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharkey Issaquena Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sharkey Issaquena Academy a private school?
Yes, Sharkey Issaquena Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sharkey Issaquena Academy a religious school?
No, Sharkey Issaquena Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Sharkey County
- Phone
- (662) 873-4241
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