Cathedral School
Cathedral School serves 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), the Other special emphasis association(s) and the State or regional independent school association.
The student:teacher of Cathedral School is 24:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
282 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform dress code
Uniform dress code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Varied in various programs-infant care preschool,and elementary school
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cathedral School often compared to?
Cathedral Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis Xavier School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Cathedral School offer?
Cathedral School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Cathedral School's ranking?
Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral School?
The application deadline for Cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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