Holy Child Jesus School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Holy Child Jesus School

5.00 (1 review)

315 Garrett St Canton, MS 39046

Tel: (601) 859-4168

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MS School
Grades: Kindergarten-2
Enrollment: 59 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,300
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Holy Child Jesus School in Canton, MS, serves 59 co鈥揺d students from kindergarten through second grade in a Catholic elementary program.
Founded in 1946, the school operates on a 50鈥揳cre campus in a small community setting.
The school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 20:1 with an average class size of 15 and a faculty where 10% of teachers hold advanced degrees.
Annual tuition is $2,300, with 36% of students receiving financial aid, and the school maintains a 25% acceptance rate.
Holy Child Jesus School enrolls 100% students of color, reflecting racial diversity within its student body.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MS School
Grades: Kindergarten-2
Enrollment: 59 students
Yearly Tuition: $2,300
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Holy Child Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-2

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Holy Child Jesus School
Pre-K	25
Kind	10
1	15
5	9

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Year Founded

1946

Student Body

Total Students

59 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$2,300

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% on Financial Aid

36%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Child Jesus School cost?

Holy Child Jesus School's tuition is approximately $2,300 for private students.

What schools are Holy Child Jesus School often compared to?

Holy Child Jesus School is often viewed alongside schools like Canton Academy by visitors of our site.

What is Holy Child Jesus School's ranking?

Holy Child Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Holy Child Jesus School?

The application deadline for Holy Child Jesus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 3/16/2012

This school for me has always been a representation and guidance to a great education as well as learning the morals and spiritual values of Jesus Christ

- Posted by Student/Alumni - georg

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The average private school tuition in Madison County, MS is $10,648 for elementary schools and $12,318 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).