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Thomas Jefferson School Top 3 · Highest Avg. SAT Score (MO)

Best Missouri Private Schools Belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) serving 882 students in Missouri. You can also find more schools membership associations in Missouri.
The top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Missouri include Missouri Military Academy, Thomas Jefferson School, and Barstow School.
The average acceptance rate is 65%, which is lower than the Missouri private school average acceptance rate of 86%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Missouri (2026)

Map of Barstow School
Barstow School
Gr: NS-12 | 614 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
11511 State Line Rd
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 942-4054
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Missouri Military Academy Photo
Missouri Military Academy
Gr: 7-12 | 193 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 25
All-boys
204 N Grand St
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-1776
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Thomas Jefferson School
Gr: 7-12 | 75 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 34
Specialized Curriculum
4100 S Lindbergh Boulevard
Saint Louis, MO 63127
(314) 843-4151
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Missouri?
The top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Missouri include Missouri Military Academy, Thomas Jefferson School, and Barstow School.
How many private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are located in Missouri?
3 private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are located in Missouri.
3
Private Schools
882
Students
$33,650
Avg. Tuition
15%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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