St. Theodore Catholic School is a faith-based community, working together to emphasize a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ while providing a comprehensive education in a virtue-based environment.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Theodore School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1893
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
317 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
navy pants or shorts and polos
navy pants or shorts and polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Math Club, Quilting, Robotics, STUCO
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Various Sports-Outside of School
Math Club, Quilting, Robotics, STUCO
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Various Sports-Outside of School
School Notes
- St. Theodore Catholic School is a faith-filled community committed to nurturing the whole child, spiritually, intellectually, morally, socially, and physically.We believe that God created each child in His image and with special dignity.We recognize that each child has unique strengths and special needs that must be met to reach the fullest potential.Our parish, students, teachers, and parents share equal responsibility for a climate that fosters the Catholic education, Catholic faith, and Catholic service for which St. Theodore is and forever will be known.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Theodore School often compared to?
St. Theodore Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Patrick School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Theodore School's ranking?
St. Theodore School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Theodore School?
The application deadline for St. Theodore School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/14/2022
St. Theodore is an excellent school. The teachers and staff go above and beyond to help the students learn. While the school is growing quickly they have managed to keep the small community feels.
5 1/27/2022
I am so grateful we decided to enroll our student at St. Theodore. The school is large enough to offer a premier education but has retained its small town feel. We love our community here and our children are thriving.
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