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Bayou Academy

1291 Crosby Rd
Cleveland, MS 38732
Bayou Aacdemy is a private, Christian school that focuses on a rigorous curriculum, student-engaged instruction, Christian values, and great technology. School is 1:1 in grade4s 7-12.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,800
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bayou Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
565 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Bayou Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
7 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
DC American HistoryDC Chemistry
DC College AlgebraDC English IV
DC Physics
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms required in 2018

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Associate
Shellie Steadman
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Colts
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bayou Academy cost?
Bayou Academy's tuition is approximately $4,800 for private students.
What schools are Bayou Academy often compared to?
Bayou Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Presbyterian Day School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Bayou Academy?
The acceptance rate of Bayou Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What is Bayou Academy's ranking?
Bayou Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Bayou Academy?
The application deadline for Bayou Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 565 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,800
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $10,675 for elementary schools and $11,358 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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