St. Brendan School
Missouri Military Academy Top 3 · Largest Endowment (MO)

Audrain County Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 445 students in Audrain County, MO.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Missouri private elementary school average acceptance rate of 89%.
67% of private elementary schools in Audrain County, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Audrain County Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Missouri Military Academy Photo
Gr: 7-12 | 193 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 25
All-boys
204 N Grand St
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-1776
(1)
St. Brendan School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 189 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7
Catholic
620 S Clark Street
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-2443
Map of St. Joseph Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 63 students
Catholic
401 E Kellett St
Martinsburg, MO 65264
(573) 492-6283

Overview

Category
This State (MO)
US
# Schools
3 Schools
# Students
445 Students
99,433 Students
% Average Students of Color
16%
21%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
44 Teachers
8,279 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
54%
Average Class Size
15 students
15 students
Average SAT score
1100
(Out of 1600)
1314
Average ACT score
19
(Out of 36)
26

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$38,000
$11,849
Average % on Financial Aid
45%
33%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$18,439
$5,945
Average Acceptance Rate
75%
89%
Average Endowment Size
$49 million
$19.9 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.44
0.56
# American Indian Students
1 Student
212 Students
% American Indian Students
<1%
<1%
# Asian Students
18 Students
2,686 Students
% Asian Students
4%
3%
# Hispanic Students
35 Students
4,349 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
5%
# Black Students
4 Students
6,095 Students
% Black Students
1%
6%
# White Students
325 Students
60,118 Students
% White Students
73%
62%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
178 Students
% Hawaiian Students
<1%
<1%
# Others Students
61 Students
23,635 Students
% of Others Students
14%
24%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
25 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
11 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Audrain County, MO?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Audrain County, MO is Missouri Military Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in Audrain County?
3 private elementary schools are located in Audrain County.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Audrain County?
67% of private elementary schools in Audrain County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Recent Articles

When Your Child Is Excluded From Private School Events
When Your Child Is Excluded From Private School Events
Learn how to support your child when excluded from private school birthday parties and social events, recognize bullying, communicate with teachers, encourage friendships, and address repeated exclusion with confidence.
Private School Scholarship Renewal Requirements
Private School Scholarship Renewal Requirements
Learn what students must do to keep private school scholarships, including academic performance, attendance, conduct, extracurricular commitments, renewal deadlines, and how parents can protect tuition assistance throughout their education.
Private School Deposits: What If You Change Schools?
Private School Deposits: What If You Change Schools?
Learn what happens to your private school enrollment deposit when your child accepts another offer, including refund policies, contract obligations, withdrawal deadlines, and practical steps to minimize financial losses.

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links