St. Peter's School

While providing God's children superior educational opportunities in an accepting and loving Catholic environment, St. Peter's School serves its parish community and the greater Kansas City metropolitan area as a leader in preparing children for a morally responsible and educationally sound adulthood, grounded in the spirituality of Jesus Christ.
Burning in each child is the light of Christ. Our commitment is to keep that light burning brightly through our staff's professionalism and dedication.
Our parents, students, faculty and staff pride themselves on making St. Peter's a home for excellence and achievement fostered by the appreciation of God's presence in each individual.
At the heart of our mission is our desire to bring all children to a deeper knowledge and love of God.
All St. Peter's students are led by their parents and teachers through an exploration of the Catholic faith.
This endeavor is designed to reveal God's desire that we love unconditionally, appreciate each individual's uniqueness, accept the responsibilities of Catholic Christian, and develop an awareness and reverence for God's people and the Earth we share.
Because our school strives to be a faith community, parent cooperation and good parent-teacher relations are essential.
As members of faith community, our first instance is to assume that all of us – teachers, administrators, parents, guardians and other caregivers – have the child's best interest at heart.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
494 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
St. Peter's School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • While providing God's children superior educational opportunities in an accepting and loving Catholic environment, St. Peter's School serves its parish community and the greater Kansas City metropolitan area as a leader in preparing children for a morally responsible and educationally sound adulthood, grounded in the spirituality of Jesus Christ. Burning in each child is the light of Christ. Our commitment is to keep that light burning brightly through our staff's professionalism and dedication. Our parents, students, faculty and staff pride themselves on making St. Peter's a home for excellence and achievement fostered by the appreciation of God's presence in each individual. At the heart of our mission is our desire to bring all children to a deeper knowledge and love of God. All St. Peter's students are led by their parents and teachers through an exploration of the Catholic faith. This endeavor is designed to reveal God's desire that we love unconditionally, appreciate each individual's uniqueness, accept the responsibilities of Catholic Christian, and develop an awareness and reverence for God's people and the Earth we share. Because our school strives to be a faith community, parent cooperation and good parent-teacher relations are essential. As members of faith community, our first instance is to assume that all of us – teachers, administrators, parents, guardians and other caregivers – have the child's best interest at heart.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Peter's School often compared to?
St. Peter's School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Elizabeth Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Peter's School's ranking?
St. Peter's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter's School?
The application deadline for St. Peter's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Peter's School located?
St. Peter's School is located in the South Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 6 other private schools located in South Kansas City.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Kansas City, MO is $10,315 for elementary schools and $12,364 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kansas City, MO is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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