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#65 of 131 private schools in MS
Top 49% of private schools
St Augustine School
School
1202 HIGHLAND COLONY PKWY, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Mississippi private schools
#65 of 131
In Ridgeland
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Augustine School
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About St Augustine School
St Augustine School is a private school in Ridgeland, MS. St Augustine School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Augustine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, St Augustine School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Augustine School 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 St Augustine School compares to the 5 public schools in Ridgeland, MS
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ridgeland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Augustine School (this school) | 6.3 |
| RIDGELAND HIGH SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| OLD TOWN MIDDLE | 4.6 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY | 6.3 |
| ANN SMITH ELEMENTARY | 7.5 |
| MADISON CO PRE SCHOOL | 5.2 |
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
1202 HIGHLAND COLONY PKWY, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Augustine School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MADISON AVENUE UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ridgeland, see our Ridgeland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIDGELAND HIGH SCHOOL Ridgeland | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MADISON CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Madison | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| OLD TOWN MIDDLE Ridgeland | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ROSA SCOTT SCHOOL Madison | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Ridgeland | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MADISON CO PRE SCHOOL Ridgeland | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ANN SMITH ELEMENTARY Ridgeland | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| MADISON RIDGELAND ACADEMY Madison | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MADISON STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| CHRIST COVENANT SCHOOL Ridgeland | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| MADISON AVENUE LOWER ELEMENTARY Madison | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| MADISON AVENUE UPPER ELEMENTARY Madison | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| MOTHER GOOSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CALLAWAY HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 4.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| KIRKSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson | 5.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,552
Median Home Value
$259,900
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
24,547
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Greenville, MS | 6.4 |
| CENTREVILLE ACADEMY Centreville, MS | 6.1 |
| COLUMBUS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Steens, MS | 6.6 |
| MARSHALL ACADEMY Holly Springs, MS | 6.0 |
| PRENTISS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prentiss, MS | 6.6 |
| SYLVA BAY ACADEMY Bay Springs, MS | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Augustine School
What grades does St Augustine School serve?
St Augustine School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Augustine School?
St Augustine School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Augustine School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Augustine School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Augustine School rank in MS?
St Augustine School ranks #65 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is St Augustine School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Augustine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Augustine School a private school?
Yes, St Augustine School 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 St Augustine School a religious school?
St Augustine School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Phone
- (769) 972-1386
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