Faith Academy

At Faith Academy, We believe each child to be a unique individual, and to be gifted in one way or another.
We believe that learning can and should be an exciting experience and that to allow children the chance to realize their full potential, they must be given the freedom to choose.
Here at Faith we provide that freedom within a structured and carefully prepared Montessori environment.
We are devoted to giving each child the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential.
Faith Academy is licensed by the state of Missouri, and adheres to all the regulations of the State Licensing Unit, as well as state, local fire and health departments.
Our program emphasizes individual attention being given to each enrolled child.
We are devoted to giving each child the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential using the Montessori method of education.
The "Montessori Method" was developed in the early 1900's from the work of Dr. Maria Montessori who devoted her life to studying the true nature of children.
Her method is based on the belief in children's creative potential, their drive to learn, and the right to be treated as an individual.
A Montessori environment contains specially designed materials that invite children to engage in learning activities of their own choosing. child doing lesson.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Faith Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1982

Student Body

Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: “Establishing lasting peace is the work of education.”
  • At Faith Academy, We believe each child to be a unique individual, and to be gifted in one way or another. We believe that learning can and should be an exciting experience and that to allow children the chance to realize their full potential, they must be given the freedom to choose. Here at Faith we provide that freedom within a structured and carefully prepared Montessori environment. We are devoted to giving each child the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential. Faith Academy is licensed by the state of Missouri, and adheres to all the regulations of the State Licensing Unit, as well as state, local fire and health departments. Our program emphasizes individual attention being given to each enrolled child. We are devoted to giving each child the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential using the Montessori method of education. The "Montessori Method" was developed in the early 1900's from the work of Dr. Maria Montessori who devoted her life to studying the true nature of children. Her method is based on the belief in children's creative potential, their drive to learn, and the right to be treated as an individual. A Montessori environment contains specially designed materials that invite children to engage in learning activities of their own choosing. child doing lesson.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for Faith Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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