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Best Missouri Catholic Private Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 185 catholic private elementary schools serving 44,403 students in Missouri. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Missouri.

The catholic private elementary schools in Missouri include Chaminade College Prep School, Assumption Parish School, and Assumption School.

The average tuition cost is $8,119, which is lower than the Missouri private elementary school average tuition cost of $11,074.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 185
# Students Served: 44,403

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 185
# Students Served: 44,403

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private elementary schools in Missouri?

The catholic private elementary schools in Missouri include Chaminade College Prep School, Assumption Parish School, and Assumption School.

How many catholic private elementary schools are located in Missouri?

185 catholic private elementary schools are located in Missouri.

How much do catholic private elementary schools cost in Missouri?

The average tuition cost is $8,119, which is lower than the Missouri private school average tuition cost of $11,074.

How diverse are catholic private elementary schools in Missouri?

Missouri catholic private elementary schools are approximately 17% minority students, which is lower than the Missouri private school average of 21%.

Missouri Catholic Private Elementary Schools Trends

185

Private Schools

44,403

Students

$8,119

Avg. Tuition

17%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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