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#101 of 131 private schools in MS
Union Baptist Academy
School
1628 W UNION RD, Picayune, MS 39466
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Mississippi private schools
#101 of 131
In Picayune
#2 of 3
public schools
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Union Baptist Academy
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About Union Baptist Academy
Union Baptist Academy is a private school in Picayune, MS. Union Baptist Academy serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Union Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Union Baptist 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Union Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Union Baptist 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 Union Baptist Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Picayune, MS
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Union Baptist Academy (this school) | 5.4 |
| WEST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| ROSELAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| PICAYUNE MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| PICAYUNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| SOUTH SIDE LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| NICHOLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
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
1628 W UNION RD, Picayune, MS 39466
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Union Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HANCOCK NORTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Kiln), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Kiln), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Picayune, see our Picayune schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNION BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Picayune | 0.0 mi | — |
| WEST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| PEARL RIVER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Carriere | 7.0 mi | 6.1 |
| PEARL RIVER CENTRAL JUNIOR HIGH Carriere | 7.1 mi | 4.5 |
| PEARL RIVER CENTRAL ELEMENTAR Carriere | 8.0 mi | 3.4 |
| ROSELAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune | 7.9 mi | 5.0 |
| HANCOCK NORTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Kiln | 8.3 mi | 8.5 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Picayune | 8.2 mi | 5.2 |
| PICAYUNE MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Picayune | 9.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PICAYUNE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Picayune | 9.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Picayune | 9.3 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune | 9.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune | 9.9 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH SIDE LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune | 10.0 mi | 5.3 |
| EARLY HEAD START ROSA STREET Picayune | 10.1 mi | 5.2 |
| EARLY HEAD START NICHOLSON Picayune | 11.2 mi | 5.2 |
| NICHOLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune | 11.3 mi | 6.3 |
| EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kiln | 15.0 mi | 8.2 |
| HANCOCK HIGH SCHOOL Kiln | 15.6 mi | 5.6 |
| HANCOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Kiln | 15.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39466 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,926
Median Home Value
$161,400
Median Rent
$907/mo
Population
28,292
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
38.9
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| REBUL ACADEMY Learned, MS | 5.4 |
| THE EDUCATION CENTER, INC. D/B/A EDUCATION CENTER Jackson, MS | 5.5 |
| VICTORY CHRISITIAN ACADEMY New Albany, MS | 5.6 |
| HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Byram, MS | 5.8 |
| LAKEVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Tupelo, MS | 5.9 |
| CARTHAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carthage, MS | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Union Baptist Academy
What grades does Union Baptist Academy serve?
Union Baptist Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Union Baptist Academy?
Union Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Union Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Union Baptist Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Union Baptist Academy rank in MS?
Union Baptist Academy ranks #101 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Union Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Union Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Union Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Union Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Union Baptist Academy a religious school?
Union Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Pearl River County
- Phone
- (601) 799-2181
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