For the 2024 school year, there are 662 private schools serving 116,273 students in Missouri (there are 2,463 public schools, serving 887,077 students). 12% of all K-12 students in Missouri are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $10,218 for elementary schools and $12,570 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Missouri include Principia School, Summit Christian Academy and Immanuel Lutheran School-Wentzville.
The average acceptance rate is 90% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 20% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Missouri Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Missouri?
The best top ranked private schools in Missouri include Principia School, Summit Christian Academy and Immanuel Lutheran School-Wentzville.
How many private schools are located in Missouri?
662 private schools are located in Missouri.
How much do private schools cost in Missouri?
The average private school tuition in Missouri is $10,218 for elementary schools and $12,570 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Missouri?
Missouri private schools are approximately 20% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Missouri go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Missouri are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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