St. Peter's Catholic School

St. Peter Catholic School is a parish elementary school focused on helping each student reach his/her potential spiritually, emotionally, academically, and physically.
To enable individuals to reach this potential, the school community cooperates in setting high expectations for student growth in faith, scholarship, and service.
Through the Holy Spirit's guidance and Jesus' example, our community of learners will meet the high expectations, and each individual will reach his/her full potential.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 495 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Peter's Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
495 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
St. Peter's Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • St. Peter Catholic School is a parish elementary school focused on helping each student reach his/her potential spiritually, emotionally, academically, and physically. To enable individuals to reach this potential, the school community cooperates in setting high expectations for student growth in faith, scholarship, and service. Through the Holy Spirit's guidance and Jesus' example, our community of learners will meet the high expectations, and each individual will reach his/her full potential.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Peter's Catholic School's ranking?
St. Peter's Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter's Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Peter's Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 495 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $16,758 for elementary schools and $20,703 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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