Best 65240 Missouri Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 186 students in 65240, MO (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,343 public students). 12% of all K-12 students in 65240, MO are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
100% of private schools in 65240, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

Private Schools in 65240, MO (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Sunnydale Adventist Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
6818 Audrain Road 9139
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2164
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Avg. class size: 35 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Sunnydale Sda Elementary School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
6979 Audrain Road 9139
Centralia, MO 65240
(573) 682-2811
Gr: K-8 | 25 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 65240, MO?
2 private schools are located in 65240, MO.
What percentage of students in 65240 go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in 65240 are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 65240?
100% of private schools in 65240 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

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