For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 72 students in Linn County, MO (there are 12 public schools, serving 2,075 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in Linn County, MO are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
Private Schools in Linn County (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mc Cartan Memorial School
(Catholic)
327 S Kansas Ave
Marceline, MO 64658
(660) 376-3580
Marceline, MO 64658
(660) 376-3580
Gr: PK-8 | 64 students Avg. class size: 9 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Linn County, MO?
2 private schools are located in Linn County, MO.
What percentage of students in Linn County go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in Linn County are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
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