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Best 64801 Missouri Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,051 students in 64801, MO (there are 1 public school, serving 7 public students). 99% of all K-12 students in 64801, MO are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 64801, MO include Mcauley Catholic High School, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School, and New Heights Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
75% of private schools in 64801, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 64801 Missouri Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Mcauley Catholic High School
Mcauley Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students
Catholic
930 S Pearl Ave
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 624-9320
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New Heights Christian Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 594 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 9
Christian
4311 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 782-4114
(2)
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Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 312 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 13
3401 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 781-5124
(1)
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Map of St. Peters Middle School
St. Peters Middle School
Gr: 6-8 | 74 students
Catholic
802 Byers Ave
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 624-9320
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 64801, MO?
How many private schools are located in 64801?
4 private schools are located in 64801.
What percentage of students in 64801 go to private school?
99% of all K-12 students in 64801 are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 64801?
75% of private schools in 64801 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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