St. Joseph Elementary School in Pilot Grove, MO serves 85 udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a rural setting.
The Catholic co–ed school has a udent–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 8 total teachers.
Founded in 1902,. Joseph Elementary is among the olde private schools in Missouri by founding date.
The school offers regular elementary and secondary programs and holds membership in other school associations.
Located in rural Missouri,. Joseph Elementary provides a Catholic education option for families seeking PK–8 private schooling.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Committed to all students to provide spiritual and personal growth, academic excellence, and service to others.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Elementary School's ranking?
St. Joseph Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Joseph Elementary School is Applewood Christian School (16.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Zion Lutheran School (10.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Immanuel Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten (11.5 miles away)
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(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
17291 Lone Elm Rd
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 838-6307
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 838-6307
10 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 23 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Immanuel Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
1001 Immanuel Dr
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-2208
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-2208
11.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 59 students
Ss Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
502 7th St
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-2589
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-2589
11.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Tuition listed
Sedalia SDA School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
29531 Highway 50
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-4045
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-4045
16.1 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 15 students
Applewood Christian School
(Christian)
25396 Highway O
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-4700
Sedalia, MO 65301
(660) 827-4700
16.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 51 students Sports: 3
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