At Leake Academy, we educate the mind, body and spirit; we are education for the twenty-first century.
Leake Academy is dedicated to teaching each child the Biblical principle that he/she is created for a purpose.
The purpose is to succeed in mind, body, and spirit through discipline and hard work.
From each parent to alumni, everyone associated with Leake has come to expect success and results.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked MS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Leake Academy 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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
611 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leake Academy's ranking?
Leake Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Leake Academy?
The application deadline for Leake Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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