First Baptist School in Poplar Bluff, MO serves 115 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a town setting with a Baptist religious affiliation.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1, supported by 11 total teachers.
Enrollment includes approximately 3% students of color, reflecting limited diversity in the student body.
The school is one of several private elementary options in Poplar Bluff, located near Sacred Heart School and Westwood Baptist Academy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Baptist School?
The application deadline for First Baptist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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