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Best 64801 Missouri Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 1,051 students in 64801, MO (there are 1 public school, serving 7 public students). 99% of all K-12 students in 64801, MO are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 64801, MO include Mcauley Catholic High School, New Heights Christian Academy, and Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri private school average acceptance rate of 86%.
75% of private schools in 64801, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 64801 Missouri Private Schools (2026)

Map of Mcauley Catholic High School
Mcauley Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students
Catholic
930 S Pearl Ave
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 624-9320
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New Heights Christian Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 594 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 9
Christian
4311 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 782-4114
(2)
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Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 312 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 13
3401 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 781-5124
(1)
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Map of St. Peters Middle School
St. Peters Middle School
Gr: 6-8 | 74 students
Catholic
802 Byers Ave
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 624-9320
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 64801, MO?
How many private schools are located in 64801?
4 private schools are located in 64801.
What percentage of students in 64801 go to private school?
99% of all K-12 students in 64801 are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 64801?
75% of private schools in 64801 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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