Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus

At Resurrection Middle/high Catholic School, our mission is to provide a nurturing atmosphere where each student can reach his full potential as a well-educated, caring, and responsible Christian who can meet the challenges of a challenging society.
In partnership with home, parish, and community, students are taught Christian attitudes and values in order to develop a moral, ethical, and spiritual foundation for making appropriate choices.
Students need an orderly, purposeful, caring atmosphere which is free from the threat of physical harm and conducive to teaching and learning.
All students can learn, and each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
Clear goals, and high expectations for student achievement guide the development of the curriculum and the design of instructional strategies and learning activities.
Students need academic and technological skills necessary for contemporary society, but should also develop inquiring minds and critical thinking skills to adapt to change.
Curriculum and instructional practices should incorporate a variety of learning activities and assessment techniques to accomodate differences in learning styles.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1882
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
412 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Campus Ministry, Honor Society, Key Club, Science Club, Student Council, Youth in Action, Z-Club

School Notes

  • At Resurrection Middle/high Catholic School, our mission is to provide a nurturing atmosphere where each student can reach his full potential as a well-educated, caring, and responsible Christian who can meet the challenges of a challenging society.
  • In partnership with home, parish, and community, students are taught Christian attitudes and values in order to develop a moral, ethical, and spiritual foundation for making appropriate choices.
  • Students need an orderly, purposeful, caring atmosphere which is free from the threat of physical harm and conducive to teaching and learning.
  • All students can learn, and each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
  • Clear goals, and high expectations for student achievement guide the development of the curriculum and the design of instructional strategies and learning activities.
  • Students need academic and technological skills necessary for contemporary society, but should also develop inquiring minds and critical thinking skills to adapt to change.
  • Curriculum and instructional practices should incorporate a variety of learning activities and assessment techniques to accomodate differences in learning styles.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Beverly Larsen Fuss, OLV Class of 1956 -
    • Christina Thompson Hegarty, RCS Class of 2007 -
    • Brian Talley, OLV Class of 1992 -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus?
Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus famous alumni include: Beverly Larsen Fuss, OLV Class of 1956, Christina Thompson Hegarty, RCS Class of 2007 and Brian Talley, OLV Class of 1992.
What sports does Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus offer?
Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus's ranking?
Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus?
The application deadline for Resurrection Catholic School - High School Campus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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