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Average Private High School SAT Scores in Missouri

The averageprivate high school SAT score in Missouri is 1291 (2026-27).

The private high school in Missouri with the highest SAT score is John Burroughs School, with an SAT score of 1480.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MO Schools Ranked: 12
Top 20 Range (Avg SAT): 1100–1480
MO School Avg.: 1291
National School Avg.: 1241

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MO Schools Ranked: 12
Top 20 Range (Avg SAT): 1100–1480
MO School Avg.: 1291
National School Avg.: 1241

Missouri Average SAT Score (Trends)

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Year	Missouri (MO) avg
2025	1291
2024	1291
2023	1290
2022	1297
2021	1306
2020	1306
2019	1311
2018	1283
2017	1316

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Sat Score Range: 1100 1480 Avg. Sat Score: 1291

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Missouri average private high schools SAT score?

The Missouri average private high schools SAT score is 1291 for 2026-27.

What are the private high schools with the highest SAT score in Missouri?

The top ranked private high schools in Missouri include John Burroughs School, Thomas Jefferson School and Columbia Independent School.

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