St. Alphonsus School is the model Catholic Elementary School centered around God and focused on developing children with strong moral character, outstanding academic performance, and enhanced skills necessary for success in higher education and life.
St. Alphonsus School's mission is to provide a Catholic elementary school that is a living Christian community supported by teachers, parents, and clergy working together to provide a broad competitive curriculum, which challenges its children academically and spiritually through self-discipline and service to God and community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,500
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Alphonsus Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1883
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2004
Student Body
Total Students
227 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
22%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Plaid skirt/skort/jumper; navy pants; white shirts with emblem
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Subsidized Catholic rates and multi-child rates are available
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
School Notes
- St. Alphonsus Catholic School
- Where Faith and Knowledge Meet
- Since 1883 - The Tradition Continues
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Alphonsus Catholic School cost?
St. Alphonsus Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,500 for private students.
What is St. Alphonsus Catholic School's ranking?
St. Alphonsus Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Alphonsus Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Alphonsus Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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