D.b.a. Tunica Academy

Tunica Academy is a fully accredited Pre-K3-12 college-prep Christian School.
TA was chartered on June 23, 1964.  To learn more about our school, please visit our school website at www.tunicaacademy.com.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,500
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
222 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
D.b.a. Tunica Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
An additional charge of $300 annually for grades 7-12 for laptop
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Charles Barton
Admissions Associate
Janice Barton
Application URL

Sports

School Notes

  • School Motto: TUNICA ACADEMY OFFERS LEARNING THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME
  • New students must schedule an entrance interview with the Headmaster. Please call 662-363-1051 or 901-351-2684 to make an appointment. You will need to bring a copy of your child's most recent report card and standardized testing results (grades K-6) or a copy of your child's transcripts (grades 7-12).
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does D.b.a. Tunica Academy cost?
D.b.a. Tunica Academy's tuition is approximately $5,500 for private students.
What schools are D.b.a. Tunica Academy often compared to?
D.b.a. Tunica Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia Heights School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of D.b.a. Tunica Academy?
The acceptance rate of D.b.a. Tunica Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does D.b.a. Tunica Academy offer?
D.b.a. Tunica Academy offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Weightlifting.
When is the application deadline for D.b.a. Tunica Academy?
The application deadline for D.b.a. Tunica Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 222 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,500
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Mississippi is $11,088 for elementary schools and $11,640 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Mississippi is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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