The Laurel Christian School takes a spiritual approach to education.
LCS is an extension of the Christian home and strives to encourage, support, and inspire students and families in a system of values consistent with the Word of God.
It is our philosophy that students should have a Christ-centered view of the world, mankind, and life.
This means that the entire program, the curriculum, the quality of teachers, the school policies, the methods, and the evaluation procedures will be based on a genuine committment to the Christian faith and will be reflected in the way in which the task of education is carried out.
LCS is dedicated to academic excellence in a disciplined atmosphere.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Laurel Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1982
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
414 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$6,100 per year
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating for Eternity
- School Mascot: Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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What schools are Laurel Christian School often compared to?
Laurel Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Johns Day School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Laurel Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Laurel Christian School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What is Laurel Christian School's ranking?
Laurel Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Laurel Christian School?
The application deadline for Laurel Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Laurel Christian School is Laurel Christian School (2.5 miles away)
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(Christian)
520 N 5th Ave
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-4350
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-4350
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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