Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked MO School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 312 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,650
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
Pre-K	17
Kind	23
1	24
2	15
3	19
4	18
5	21
6	23
7	26
8	31
9	27
10	23
11	28
12	17

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Grade 8 has 31 students making it the largest class in Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School, while Grade 2 is smallest at 15.

Year Founded

1993

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

312 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,650

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% on Financial Aid

50%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Georgia Beauchamp

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GolfSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

Purple, Gold

School Mascot

Cavalier

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic TeamBook Club

Chess ClubNational Honor Society

Quiz BowlRobotics

science clubYearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoir

Instrumental EnsembleOrchestra

Vocal Ensemble

School Notes

Through a dedication to academic excellence, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School stands accountable for educating students to make the most of their abilities.
The school educates students to acquire and refine essential academic knowledge and skills; cultivate an appreciation of the arts; develop lifelong fitness skills; assume responsibility for their behavior; seek out challenge, welcome criticism, test new capacities; practice self-discipline; and find joy in learning.
The school brings students together with teachers who exemplify intellectual curiosity, a dedication to truth, and the advantages of living the examined life.

Through a dedication to academic excellence, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School stands accountable for educating students to make the most of their abilities. The school educates students to acquire and refine essential academic knowledge and skills; cultivate an appreciation of the arts; develop lifelong fitness skills; assume responsibility for their behavior; seek out challenge, welcome criticism, test new capacities; practice self-discipline; and find joy in learning. The school brings students together with teachers who exemplify intellectual curiosity, a dedication to truth, and the advantages of living the examined life.

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How much does Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School cost?

Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School's tuition is approximately $12,650 for private students.

What schools are Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School often compared to?

Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is often viewed alongside schools like New Heights Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School offer?

Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School's ranking?

Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest average ACT score and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School?

The application deadline for Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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EC Thanksgiving Breakfast

November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

School Reviews

5 1/29/2015

BEST SCHOOL EVER! This school has the best staff, students, and acedemics! I HIGHLY reccomend it to any student that wants to be challenged, but also have an amazing time!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - raega

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The average private school tuition in Missouri is $11,098 for elementary schools and $14,282 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Missouri is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).