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Missouri Other Private High Schools

Private schools: For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 other private high schools serving 1,638 students in Missouri.

Acceptance rate: The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Missouri private high school average acceptance rate of 87%.

Top schools: The other private high schools in Missouri include Plaza Heights Christian Academy and Principia School.

Share of the state: These schools make up 5% of the 223 private schools in Missouri and 3% of its 54,315 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 1,638

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 12
# Students Served: 1,638

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked other private high schools in Missouri?

The other private high schools in Missouri include Plaza Heights Christian Academy and Principia School.

How many other private high schools are located in Missouri?

12 other private high schools are located in Missouri.

How diverse are other private high schools in Missouri?

Missouri other private high schools are approximately 21% minority students, which is lower than the Missouri private school average of 23%.

Missouri Other Private High Schools Trends

Private Schools

1,638

Students

$6,878

Avg. Tuition

21%

Students of Color

8:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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