St. Peter's provides a safe, caring, family atmosphere which promotes individual development.
The school and parents share concerns and work together toward common goals to encourage potential, recognize achievement, and exact discipline.
A strong curriculum, which emphasizes the basics, encourages critical thinking skills.
Students also explore the areas of music, art and drama, foreign languages, and computers.
All students receive morals and values training in a Christian environment.
The religious education program promotes personal self-discovery and faith development.
Emphasis is placed on the development of self discipline and civic responsibility.
Community service projects are an integral part of the program.
Extra-curricular activities provide opportunity for self-expression and leadership development. Students are encouraged to become involved in Student Council activities, homeroom and class projects, fine arts presentations, and academic and athletic competitions.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Peter's provides a safe, caring, family atmosphere which promotes individual development. The school and parents share concerns and work together toward common goals to encourage potential, recognize achievement, and exact discipline. A strong curriculum, which emphasizes the basics, encourages critical thinking skills. Students also explore the areas of music, art and drama, foreign languages, and computers. All students receive morals and values training in a Christian environment. The religious education program promotes personal self-discovery and faith development. Emphasis is placed on the development of self discipline and civic responsibility. Community service projects are an integral part of the program. Extra-curricular activities provide opportunity for self-expression and leadership development. Students are encouraged to become involved in Student Council activities, homeroom and class projects, fine arts presentations, and academic and athletic competitions.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Peters Middle School often compared to?
St. Peters Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Peters Middle School?
The application deadline for St. Peters Middle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Peters Middle School vs. Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
The nearest high school to St. Peters Middle School is Mcauley Catholic High School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Marys Catholic Continuation School (1.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Mcauley Catholic High School
(Catholic)
Grades: 9-12 | 74 students 0.1 miles 930 S Pearl Ave
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 624-9320
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 624-9320
0.1
9-12
74
St. Marys Catholic Continuation School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-5 | 203 students 1.3 miles 931 Byers Ave
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 623-1465
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 623-1465
1.3
PK-5
203
Martin Luther School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: PK-8 | 98 students 2 miles 2616 Connecticut Ave
Joplin, MO 64804
(417) 624-1403
Joplin, MO 64804
(417) 624-1403
2
PK-8
98
Grades: PK-12 | 316 students 2.9 miles 3401 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 781-5124
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 781-5124
2.9
PK-12
316
Grades: NS-12 | 594 students 3.9 miles 4311 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 782-4114
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 782-4114
3.9
NS-12
594
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