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Best Missouri Alternative Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 alternative private preschools serving 353 students in Missouri.
The top-ranked alternative private preschool in Missouri is The Summit Preparatory School.
40% of alternative private preschools in Missouri are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Top-Ranked Missouri Alternative Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The College School
The College School Photo
Alternative School
(9)
7825 Big Bend Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63119
(314) 962-9355
Gr: PK-8 Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
The Summit Preparatory School
The Summit Preparatory School Photo
Alternative School
(2)
202 E. Walnut Lawn St.
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 869-8077
Gr: PK-12 | 205 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition listed
H.f. Epstein Hebrew Academy
Alternative School (Jewish)
8645 Old Bonhomme Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63132
(314) 994-7856
Gr: PK-8 | 75 students
Immanuel Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1001 Immanuel Dr
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-2208
Gr: PK-K | 59 students
Synergy Children's Center
Alternative School
1441 Ne Englewood Rd
Kansas City, MO 64118
(816) 741-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 14 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked alternative private preschools in Missouri?
The top-ranked alternative private preschools in Missouri is The Summit Preparatory School.
How many alternative private preschools are located in Missouri?
5 alternative private preschools are located in Missouri.
How diverse are alternative private preschools in Missouri?
Missouri alternative private preschools are approximately 20% minority students, which is higher than the Missouri private school average of 18%.
What percentage of alternative private preschools are religiously affiliated in Missouri?
40% of alternative private preschools in Missouri are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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