The Barstow School
As the oldest independent school west of the Mississippi, Barstow takes great pride in its heritage and rich historical past.
We are equally proud of our adaptive nature and innovative approach to education.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 712 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,675
- Acceptance rate: 78%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
The Barstow School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1884
Student Body
Total Students
712 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
73%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
20 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,675
Tuition Notes
Tuition includes lunch, parents association dues and other costs.
% on Financial Aid
15%
Acceptance Rate
78%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Linda Waters
Admissions Associate
Krista Stuchlik
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
School Notes
- The Barstow School has evolved, yet our core objective remains the same--to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character. At Barstow, students enjoy:
- A highly challenging academic community that encourages each member to ask questions and seek answers
- Collaboration throughout the school to ignite a passion for knowledge
- Honesty, trust and respect
- Emotional safety and the development of leadership skills and character
- Strong relationships with faculty and staff
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School Reviews
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