The Wilson School Photo - Newly renovated facilities at The Wilson School include an innovation room, featuring a state-of-the-art immersion wall with 18 flat screen panels. The flexible space will soon become a part of a complete Thinking Lab with tools like 3D printers, a feedback wall, and other areas that mimic the creative process and project-based learning at Wilson.

Most Selective Private Preschools in Missouri

The average private preschool acceptance rate in Missouri is 84% per year (2025).
The most selective school in Missouri is Visitation Inter-parish School, with an acceptance rate of 20%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 20% 90% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 64%

Most Selective Private Preschools in Missouri (2025)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Visitation Inter-parish School
(Catholic)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 20%
Grades: PK-8
105 North Coffey Street
Vienna, MO 65582
(573) 422-3375
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Immanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-7
300 1st St N
Rosebud, MO 63091
(573) 764-3495
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Lake West Christian Academy
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-12
17178 N State Highway 5
Sunrise Beach, MO 65079
(573) 374-1500
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Rossman School
Rossman School Photo
(27)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-6
12660 Conway Road
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 434-5877
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
St. Mary Continuation School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: PK-5
330 North Main Street
Nevada, MO 64772
(417) 667-7517
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
City Academy
City Academy Photo
Acceptance Rate: 28%
Grades: PK-6
4175 N Kingshighway Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63115
(314) 382-0085
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Acceptance Rate: 28%
Grades: PK-12
3401 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 781-5124
Rank: #88.
Barstow School
Acceptance Rate: 30%
Grades: NS-12
11511 State Line Rd
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 942-4054
Rank: #99.
A Growing Place Montessori School
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 40%
Grades: PK-K
7001 Forsyth Boulevard
Saint Louis, MO 63105
(131) 435-1854
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Kirk Day School
Kirk Day School Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: NS-6
12928 Ladue Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 434-4349
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Villa Duchesne School
Villa Duchesne School Photo - Villa Duchesne Upper School (Girls, grades 7-12)
All-girls (Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 50%
Grades: PK-12
10801 Conway Road
Saint Louis, MO 63131
(314) 432-2021
Acceptance Rate: 55%
Grades: PK-12
101 North Warson Road
Saint Louis, MO 63124
(314) 995-7367
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
New City School
New City School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: NS-6
5209 Waterman Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 361-6411
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-8
701 S Church St
Wentzville, MO 63385
(636) 332-9913
Rank: #1515.
St. Paul's Episcopal Day School
St. Paul's Episcopal Day School Photo - St. Paul's encourages social-emotional growth, character development, and leadership in all of our students as we provide one of the top academic educations in Kansas City.
(Episcopal)
(10)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-8
4041 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-8614
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
St. John School: A Personalized Learning Academy
St. John School: A Personalized Learning Academy Photo - Cultivating the confident learners and leaders our world is hungry for
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(6)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: NS-8
15800 Manchester Road
Ballwin, MO 63011
(636) 779-2325
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Twin City Christian Academy
Twin City Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-11
723 Horine Rd
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 937-9664
Rank: #18 - 2018. - 20.
Asa Christian Academy
Asa Christian Academy Photo - Welcome To ASA
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-K
8390 Latty Ave
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 524-4272
Rank: #18 - 2018. - 20.
Central Christian School
Central Christian School Photo
(Presbyterian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: NS-6
700 S Hanley Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63105
(314) 727-4535
Rank: #18 - 2018. - 20.
Grace Chapel Lutheran School
Grace Chapel Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-8
10015 Lance Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63137
(314) 867-6564
Rank: #21 - 2321. - 23.
Alpha Montessori School
Alpha Montessori School Photo - Sensorial
Montessori School
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-K
11430 Wornall Rd
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 942-5567
Rank: #21 - 2321. - 23.
Maranatha Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-12
200 Acorn Dr
Saint Robert, MO 65584
(573) 336-5972
Rank: #21 - 2321. - 23.
The Wilson School
The Wilson School Photo - Since 1913, The Wilson School has excelled in reaching every student. Children thrive in deliberately small classes, with two full-time teachers in every grade. Wilson`s size, community, and innovation mean we can offer an excellent education, no matter the circumstances.
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-6
400 De Mun Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
(314) 725-4999
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
The Fulton School
The Fulton School Photo - Our Montessori classrooms give students a one-of-a-kind, hands-on experience.
Montessori School
(12)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-12
1100 White Road
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 469-6622
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
Heart Of America Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-12
7600 Blue Ridge
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 356-6380
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
Oakhill Day School
Oakhill Day School Photo
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
7019 North Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64118
(816) 436-6228
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
Pembroke Hill School
Pembroke Hill School Photo
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-12
400 W 51st St
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 936-1200
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
River Roads Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-8
8623 Church Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63147
(314) 388-0300
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
Rohan Woods School
Rohan Woods School Photo - Our Early Childhood class (Age 2) watches as Ms. Sullivan creates the colors in the book they are reading-- MOUSE PAINT. "It was magic, one little kiddo said as red and blue made purple!"
(8)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-6
1515 Bennett Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 821-6270
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
St. Martin Elementary School
(Catholic)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-8
7206 Saint Martins Blvd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 893-3519
Rank: #24 - 3124. - 31.
Sts Joachim & Ann School
(Catholic)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-8
4110 Mcclay Rd
Saint Charles, MO 63304
(636) 441-4835
Rank: #3232.
Christian Academy Of Greater St. Louis
Christian Academy Of Greater St. Louis Photo
(Church of Christ)
(8)
Acceptance Rate: 89%
Grades: PK-12
11050 North Warson Road
Saint Louis, MO 63114
(314) 429-7070
Rank: #33 - 4633. - 46.
Chesterfield Montessori School
Chesterfield Montessori School Photo - Exterior
Montessori School
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-6
14000 Ladue Road
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 469-7150
Rank: #33 - 4633. - 46.
Child Of God Lutheran School
Child Of God Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-8
650 Salt Lick Rd
Saint Peters, MO 63376
(636) 970-7080
Rank: #33 - 4633. - 46.
Christian Fellowship School
Christian Fellowship School Photo - One of our favorite traditions is the elementary Christmas program.
(Christian)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
4600 Christian Fellowship Rd
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-8565
Show 57 more private schools in MO (out of 92 total schools)
Loading...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Missouri average private preschools acceptance rate?
The Missouri average private preschools acceptance rate is 84% for 2025.
What are the most selective private preschools in Missouri?
The top ranked private preschools in Missouri include Visitation Inter-parish School, Immanuel Lutheran School and Lake West Christian Academy.

Recent Articles

How To Use AI For Research: A High School Student's Guide
How To Use AI For Research: A High School Student's Guide
We introduce teenagers to AI as a powerful alternative to traditional search engines. This practical guide walks students through using AI tools like Perplexity and ChatGPT for academic research while maintaining intellectual integrity.
Podcasts That Will Change the Way You Think About Education
Podcasts That Will Change the Way You Think About Education
This article highlights a curated selection of podcasts that offer thought-provoking discussions, expert insights, and innovative ideas on various aspects of education. From exploring new teaching methods and technologies to discussing policy changes and social issues, these podcasts provide a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for anyone interested in education. Each podcast is briefly described, highlighting its unique focus and tone.
For-profit vs. Not-for-profit Schools
For-profit vs. Not-for-profit Schools
This comprehensive guide explores the differences between for-profit and not-for-profit private schools, discussing their organizational structures, advantages, and key considerations for parents. It emphasizes that a school's success is determined by its educational quality and management rather than its profit status.