Very Good
#119 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 30% of private schools
Al-manara Academy
School
929 BIG BEND RD, Manchester, MO 63021
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#119 of 399
In Manchester
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Al-manara Academy
Al-manara Academy is a private school in Manchester, MO. Al-manara Academy serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-manara Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Al-manara Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Al-manara Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Al-manara Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Manchester, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-manara Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| SOUTH HIGH | 7.1 |
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. | 6.7 |
| BARRETTS ELEM. | 9.2 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. | 7.5 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
929 BIG BEND RD, Manchester, MO 63021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-manara Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VALLEY PARK MIDDLE (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Valley Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BARRETTS ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH HIGH Manchester | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| VALLEY PARK SR. HIGH Valley Park | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester | 1.4 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SORRENTO SPRINGS ELEM. Ballwin | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| OAK BROOK ELEM. Ballwin | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester | 2.5 mi | 9.3 |
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin | 2.4 mi | — |
| HENRY ELEM. Ballwin | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,822
Median Home Value
$324,300
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
56,297
College Educated
62.1%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-manara Academy
What grades does Al-manara Academy serve?
Al-manara Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Al-manara Academy?
Al-manara Academy has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-manara Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-manara Academy is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-manara Academy rank in MO?
Al-manara Academy ranks #119 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Al-manara Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-manara Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-manara Academy a private school?
Yes, Al-manara Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-manara Academy a religious school?
Al-manara Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 480-5659
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