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Best Joplin Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 981 students in Joplin, MO.
The top ranked private high schools in Joplin, MO include Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School, Mcauley Catholic High School, and New Heights Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 59%, which is lower than the Missouri private high school average acceptance rate of 85%.
67% of private high schools in Joplin, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Joplin Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Mcauley Catholic High School
(Catholic)
930 S Pearl Ave
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 624-9320
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students
New Heights Christian Academy
New Heights Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
4311 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 782-4114
Gr: NS-12 | 594 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3401 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 781-5124
Gr: PK-12 | 316 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Joplin, MO?
The top ranked private high schools in Joplin, MO include Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School, Mcauley Catholic High School, and New Heights Christian Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Joplin?
3 private high schools are located in Joplin.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Joplin?
67% of private high schools in Joplin are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private high schools in Joplin are often viewed compared to one another?

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