Our Lady Academy Photo #0 - Class of 2017 -- Graduates = 38; ACT Class Average Score 25.69; Scholarship Amount nearly $5 Million in Offers.

Our Lady Academy

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Class of 2017 -- Graduates = 38; ACT Class Average Score 25.69; Scholarship Amount nearly $5 Million in Offers.
Our Lady Academy (OLA) is the only all-female Catholic school in the state of Mississippi.
Established in 1971 as a comprehensive college preparatory school, OLA serves young women in grades 7-12, with a student body of close to 250 students.
OLA is on the beachfront property that was formerly St. Joseph Academy (SJA) founded in 1858, also an all-girls school.
OLA is Diocese of Biloxi parish school staffed by dedicated lay professionals. Our school enjoys the affiliation of the Sisters of Mercy and embraces the virtues of Mercy as established by Sister Catherine McAuley.
Strong collaboration between OLA and St. Stanislaus (the all-male Catholic school across the street) maximizes the religious, academic, and social opportunities for the students.  OLA offers various extracurricular activities including ten sports.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 266 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Our Lady Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 14, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Crescent

Student Body

Total Students
266 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Our Lady Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
7 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP English and Composition, AP Literature, AP Psychology, AP United States History, AP World History
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
School Colors
Red, Maroon, Silver

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Catholic Rate
Application URL

Sports

School Notes

  • Our Lady Academy (OLA) is the only all-female Catholic school in the state of Mississippi. Established in 1971 as a comprehensive college preparatory school, OLA serves young women in grades 7-12, with a student body of 250 students. OLA is on the beachfront property that was formerly St. Joseph Academy (SJA), also an all-girls school. OLA is a Parish School staffed bydedicated lay professionals. Strong collaboration between OLA and St. Stanislaus (the all-male Catholic school across the street) maximizes the religious, academic, and social opportunities for the students. OLA embraces Sister Catherine McAuley the order of the Sisters of Mercy. OLA offers various extracurricular activities including ten sports.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Our Lady Academy cost?
Our Lady Academy's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What schools are Our Lady Academy often compared to?
Our Lady Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Lighthouse Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Our Lady Academy offer?
Our Lady Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Our Lady Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Academy?
The application deadline for Our Lady Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 266 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $6,714 for elementary schools and $7,610 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 95% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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