Al–salam Day School in Ballwin, MO, serves 333 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1990, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 supported by 37 teachers.
The school maintains an Islamic orientation with formal dress code policies and is accredited by Cognia and a member of the Islamic School League of America.
Al–salam Day School has a diverse student body with 80% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for diversity and student enrollment size.
The school offers co–educational regular elementary and secondary programs within the Ballwin suburbs.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Al-salam Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1990
Student Body
Total Students
333 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy Blue pants, Light Blue Polo, Blue/Gold Plaid Jumper
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Al-salam Day School often compared to?
Al-salam Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Islamic School Of Columbia-missouri, Islamic School Of Greater Kansas City by visitors of our site.
What sports does Al-salam Day School offer?
Al-salam Day School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is Al-salam Day School's ranking?
Al-salam Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Al-salam Day School?
The application deadline for Al-salam Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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