Excellent
#2 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 1% of private schools
Al-salam Day School
School
519 WEIDMAN RD, Manchester, MO 63011
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#2 of 399
In Manchester
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Al-salam Day School
Al-salam Day School is a private school in Manchester, MO. Al-salam Day School serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-salam Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Al-salam Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Al-salam Day School 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-salam Day School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Manchester, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-salam Day School (this school) | 9.3 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. | 7.5 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE | 7.8 |
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. | 6.7 |
| SOUTH HIGH | 7.1 |
| BARRETTS ELEM. | 9.2 |
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.
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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
519 WEIDMAN RD, Manchester, MO 63011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-salam Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Town And Country), a more accessible option. Additionally, AL-MANARA ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HENRY ELEM. Ballwin | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester | 1.7 mi | — |
| SOUTH HIGH Manchester | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PRINCIPIA SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.3 mi | — |
| BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin | 2.3 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD Chesterfield | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ST AUSTIN SCHOOL Chesterfield | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WEST HIGH Ballwin | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,941
Median Home Value
$373,600
Median Rent
$1,624/mo
Population
36,274
College Educated
66.4%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia, MO | 8.6 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert, MO | 8.2 |
| THE DANIEL ACADEMY Kansas City, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-salam Day School
What grades does Al-salam Day School serve?
Al-salam Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Al-salam Day School?
Al-salam Day School has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-salam Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-salam Day School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-salam Day School rank in MO?
Al-salam Day School ranks #2 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Al-salam Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-salam Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-salam Day School a private school?
Yes, Al-salam Day School 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-salam Day School a religious school?
Al-salam Day School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (636) 394-8986
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