Private High Schools in Shelby County (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
101 Nations Blvd
Bethel, MO 63434
(660) 284-6300
Bethel, MO 63434
(660) 284-6300
Gr: PK-12 | 111 students Tuition listed
Shiloh Christian School
(Christian)
601 N Center St
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 853-4430
Shelbina, MO 63468
(573) 853-4430
Gr: 5-10 | 6 students
Overview
This County (Shelby County)
This State (MO)
# Schools
2 Schools
Student Body:
# Students
117 Students
54,350 Students
% Average Students of Color
28%
22%
Academics and Faculty:
# Teachers
19 Teachers
5,130 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate:
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$1,620
$14,994
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.63
0.54
# American Indian Students
n/a
199 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
4 Students
1,840 Students
% Asian Students
3%
4%
# Hispanic Students
11 Students
2,584 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
5%
# Black Students
9 Students
3,859 Students
% Black Students
8%
8%
# White Students
64 Students
33,537 Students
% White Students
55%
65%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
91 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
29 Students
9,225 Students
% of Others Students
25%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Extracurriculars and Sports:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private high schools are located in Shelby County, MO?
2 private high schools are located in Shelby County, MO.
Recent Articles
How to Ask About Staff Screening Without Apologizing
Parents should feel comfortable asking how private schools screen employees. Learn which questions matter, what answers to expect, and why transparency about hiring and student safety is a hallmark of a well-managed school.
What Facility Safety Tells You About School Oversight
A school's facilities reveal far more than appearance. Learn how building maintenance, emergency preparedness, and campus safety practices can help parents evaluate school leadership, oversight, and long-term commitment to student well-being.
Is the School Legally a School? A Parent Verification Checklist
Before enrolling your child in a private school, learn how to verify that it is legally operating, properly accredited, and authorized to issue recognized diplomas with this practical parent checklist for making a confident school choice.