St. Gertrude strives to make Christ more visible in our lives, in our world and especially in our Krakow community.
We are called to grow in faith and holiness. By virtue of our Baptism and our Confirmation, we have the trust and the responsibility to be active members of the Body of Christ; and guided by the Holy Spirit, we are to serve God's family in worship, in teaching and in service.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Gertrude School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
Student Body
Total Students
235 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Gertrude strives to make Christ more visible in our lives, in our world and especially in our Krakow community. We are called to grow in faith and holiness. By virtue of our Baptism and our Confirmation, we have the trust and the responsibility to be active members of the Body of Christ; and guided by the Holy Spirit, we are to serve God's family in worship, in teaching and in service.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Gertrude School often compared to?
St. Gertrude School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Francis Borgia Grade School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. Gertrude School?
The application deadline for St. Gertrude School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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