2023 Best Schools in Pearl

• Ridgeland, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  97 reviews

Alum: Great community to be apart of! There is always a push to improve resources and curriculum. There is a focus on integrating technology in the classroom which sometimes hurt the learning atmosphere. Considering how fast technology changes this may no longer be the case since I've graduated. Learning is prioritized but fun doesn't get left behind. Dances were always fun to plan and promote and attend. S I wish the visual arts programs were more developed and encouraged. While I attended the art teachers really inspired me, but I wish they had better rooms and materials to work with. By the time I graduated high school, I felt very prepared for college. I do think the counselor didn't give me the time of day because I wasn't at the very top of class and I didn't want to become a doctor or lawyer. Either way I got into a top art school in the country and have an amazing job in my field.... Read 97 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,097

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Flowood, MS•

• Private School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  71 reviews

Junior: I have been at Jackson Prep since 6th grade and have loved every second of it! The staff and students are some of the best people you will ever meet. I have had the best mentors through the years. So many amazing teachers have taught me valuable lessons not only in the classroom, but also out of class. I feel that Jackson Prep gives you so many more opportunities that you may not get at other schools. The college counseling program is amazing. The art department is absolutely amazing! We have great athletics, clubs and events. I know high school will always be this amazing experience I can look back on as an adult.... Read 71 reviews

• grade A

• Students 837

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.34 out of 5  86 reviews

Junior: Jackson Academy offers a wide variety of opportunities for its students. There is a wide variety of boys/girls sports that are very successful at the state level, including a D1 producing girls VB team. JA also offers strong arts programs such as show choir, band, theatre, and color guard. Unlike any other MS school, JA offers a sports broadcasting program comparable to SEC sports productions. JA's history and English departments are the strongest academic aspects of the school. The maths and science departments are good, but nothing exceptional. All in all, the school has something for everyone, whether it be challenging academics, high-performing sports, or more creative pursuits.... Read 86 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,200

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Madison, MS•

• Private School•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  66 reviews

Alum: Saint Joseph was a very inclusive school. There is no discrimination against the students from any background a child may have grown up in. Sports coaches are very serious about their jobs although and won’t let their athletes participate in after school clubs. Which should change in the future so the athletes can grow into well rounded individuals. They have a wide variety of sports ranging from archery to sailing. Also the swim team are state champions. I recommend participating! They read over the announcements facts about black history in February. Also Saint Joe annually holds an hour long black history dedication show students produced and directed. The rules are very strict and teachers enforce them at all times. They are only preparing you for the real world though. Saint Joe is another family away from home and I recommend attending.... Read 66 reviews

• grade A

• Students 400

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Pearl Public School District, MS•

• 2-3

• grade A

• Students 605

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Clinton, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  11 reviews

Alum: I am very pleased with Mount Salus. They provide a wide variety of academic, dual-enrollment, and extra-curricular opportunities. The teachers are understanding and open-eared. Mount Salus makes it clear, they care for God's children, so I would feel comfortable sending a parent there. As an alum, I am proud to represent the eagles everywhere I go. The lunches were great and the price was fair. The everyday culture is Christian-based even though they welcome other religions. It was a great experience. The class sizes are small and personal so every student has an opportunity to have their voice heard. They claim to be a college-preparatory school, and I am a personal witness that that claim is true.... Read 11 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 129

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Pearl Public School District, MS•

• 6-8

• grade A minus

• Students 1,058

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Pearl Public School District, MS•

• 4-5

• grade A minus

• Students 581

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Pearl Public School District, MS•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  173 reviews

Senior: Pearl High school have exceptional teachers & administrators ready to prepare you for the future & always willing to assist you in any situation. Also, it is an A rated school!... Read 173 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,118

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Madison, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  62 reviews

Parent: MRA is a college prep school with a Christian emphasis that prepared my daughter thoroughly for college! From kindergarten to high school graduation the academics, leadership opportunities, community service programs, and true family atmosphere nurtured her to be very well equipped for her future. The faculty and staff are amazing and still remain interested in her well being even after she graduated.... Read 62 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,310

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Clinton, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.68 out of 5  53 reviews

Senior: It's a great school to explore! It is a great school if you are looking for opportunities in sports. This school is good really just for opportunities. The schools have a great set of teachers that help you in all ways and the school rewards you with beautiful trips out of town. The students are very friendly and are understanding and are fun to be around. The schools do amazing activities and have great chapel lessons, great speakers from all over the world.... Read 53 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 280

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Pearl, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4 out of 5  38 reviews

Alum: I loved the family environment and the Christian education that made going to school here worth it. I do wish, though, that there were more opportunities as far as classes offered and extracurriculars.... Read 38 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 592

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Public School•

• 5-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Parent: I like the school is dedicated to preparing students to be college ready. I don’t like it’s hard to communicate with some of the instructors about your child’s progress,... Read 1 review

• grade C+

• Students 616

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Pelahatchie, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  46 reviews

Senior: East Rankin Academy is small private school with 44 students in my graduating class. I love that the classroom student to teacher ratio is small which allows for better learning. Everyone at my school is friends, there is no bullying or bad behavior that goes on within the school. Everyone from the staff, faculty, to students are friendly and helpful. I love my school!... Read 46 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 734

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Mississippi School for the Blind, MS•

• 1-12

• grade C

• Students 34

• Student-teacher ratio 2:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Public School•

• 5-8

• grade C minus

• Students 242

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Public School•

• 5-8

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: I love this school, the teachers are amazing. Last year my baby hated school but since he has been enrolled at Smilow Prep his attitude had improved, he loves to read and his grades have improved. Keep up the great work for our kids!!!... Read 2 reviews

• grade C minus

• Students 608

• Student-teacher ratio 24:1

• Pearl Public School District, MS•

• PK, K-1

• grade A minus

• Students 673

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-6

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  6 reviews

Parent: New Hope Christian School is such a blessing. My child attends NHCS as a very sweet, independent, respectful Christian, taught by NHCS. NHCS has given my child a strong educational and Christian foundation. The staff at NHCS is AMAZING! I work full time and feel as if I can”t spend enough time with my child, but, I am proud to say that the school family allows me to do what I need to do and not worry. The staff understands that every child is different, every child has a different personality and not every child learns the same way. They work together to come up with new ideas to make learning fun. They master the skill of effective communication with students. It takes a village to raise a child. NHCSchool will teach your child, love your child and listen to any suggestions or comments. NH has an elite group of teachers and staff that care. If a student has a problem, just communicate it. NH will not let you carry the burden of worrying about your child alone.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A

• Students 310

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-6

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  9 reviews

Parent: Great school with great people operating it! I was truly impressed. As a non-catholic, I was hesitant to send my kids here. To my surprise, I learned and saw that the religion is taught and not "forced fed". I really enjoy talking with Ms. Georgia, Mr. Lombard, and Cathy Wilson. Those three are wonderful. My children's teachers all have great qualifications and appear to have an individualistic approach to teaching. Such a great place; we are going to keep our children enrolled as long as possible.... Read 9 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 228

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Flowood, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.85 out of 5  48 reviews

Parent: A true family environment! Much smaller classes make for a better learning opportunity. The Athletic program offers any/all athletics that any athlete may be interested in. Bible class is a plus at this school that is not provided at any public institution. As a new transfer from public to this private school, we are truly blessed. Every aspect of our new year has been phenomenal. We love our new family and friends. Everyone wraps themselves around this school and all the students that are here. Keep asking ourselves, "Where have we been all this time?" Looking forward to getting more involved and becoming even closer to all the new friends that we have made!... Read 48 reviews

• grade B

• Students 960

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-6

• grade unavailable

• Students 640

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Public School•

• K-3

• grade unavailable

• Students 516

• Student-teacher ratio 65:1

• Ridgeland, MS•

• Private School•

• PK, K-8

• grade unavailable

• Students 335

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Jackson, MS•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: I love Ambition Prep! The teachers and staff truly care and teach my kids. They have learned so much in just 1 year and they actually enjoy going to school everyday.... Read 1 review

• grade unavailable

• Students 328

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1