Discovery Garden Montessori Photo - Grace & Courtesy Lessons provided to all students. We help students identify emotions and provide tools to regulate them.

Best Greene County Private Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 12 private preschools serving 2,893 students in Greene County, MO.
The top ranked private preschools in Greene County, MO include Immaculate Conception School, Discovery Garden Montessori, and New Covenant Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 86%, which is higher than the Missouri private preschool average acceptance rate of 83%.
77% of private preschools in Greene County, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Greene County Private Preschools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Discovery Garden Montessori
Discovery Garden Montessori Photo - Grace & Courtesy Lessons provided to all students. We help students identify emotions and provide tools to regulate them.
Montessori School
1515 S. National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 631-4590
Gr: NS-3 | 87 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Immaculate Conception School
(Catholic)
3555a S Fremont Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 881-7000
Gr: PK-8 | 521 students
New Covenant Academy
New Covenant Academy Photo - Academic Excellence from start to finish including dual credit courses in high school. This picture is a dual credit Anatomy and Physiology class.
(Christian)
(7)
3304 South Cox Ave
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 887-9848
Gr: PK-12 | 792 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Catholic Academy
St. Joseph Catholic Academy Photo - At St. Joseph Catholic Academy, our small class sizes-averaging just 20 students-create an environment where every child can truly shine. Our dedicated teachers take the time to get to know each student personally, helping them recognize and nurture their unique gifts. With more one-on-one attention and a warm, supportive atmosphere, students receive the encouragement they need to grow confidently.
(Catholic)
(1)
515 W Scott Street
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 866-0667
Gr: PK-8 | 92 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Springfield Lutheran School
Springfield Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(4)
2852 S Dayton Ave
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 883-5717
Gr: NS-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate 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 | 171 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition listed
Capstone: An Acton Academy
Special Program Emphasis
4415 E. Sunshine St.
Springfield, MO 65809
(417) 221-6789
Gr: PK-12 Tuition listed
Christian Schools Of Springfield
(Christian)
(1)
2660 N Grant Ave
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 831-0150
Gr: PK-7 | 105 students Tuition listed
Dayspring Christian School
(Christian)
2157 N Prospect Ave
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 869-6095
Gr: PK-12 | 182 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Grace Classical Academy
(Christian)
(4)
2438 E Cherry
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 877-7910
Gr: PK-12 | 232 students Avg. class size: 12 students
St. Agnes School
(Catholic)
(1)
531 S Jefferson Ave
Springfield, MO 65806
(417) 866-5038
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School
(Catholic)
2200 W Republic Rd
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 887-6054
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Greene County, Missouri

Greene County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Developmental Learning Center (Closed 2017)
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
2020 E Battlefield St
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 883-7118
Gr: PK-K | 97 students
2850 N Park Ave
Springfield, MO 65803
(417) 865-9875
Gr: PK-11 | 24 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Greene County, MO?
The top ranked private preschools in Greene County, MO include Immaculate Conception School, Discovery Garden Montessori, and New Covenant Academy.
How many private preschools are located in Greene County?
12 private preschools are located in Greene County.
How diverse are private preschools in Greene County?
Greene County private preschools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the Missouri private school average of 18%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Greene County?
77% of private preschools in Greene County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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