Excellent
#27 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 7% of private schools
Community School
Elementary School
900 LAY RD, St. Louis, MO 63124
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#27 of 399
In St. Louis
#9 of 74
public schools
Shortlisting around Community School?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Community School
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Reed Elementary
0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Annunziata School
0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Community School
Community School is a private elementary school in St. Louis, MO. Community School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Community 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 Community School compares to 169 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Community School (this school) | 8.1 |
| REED ELEMENTARY | 9.0 |
| LADUE MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
| OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| HUDSON ELEM. | 8.1 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. | 5.3 |
| AVERY ELEM. | 9.5 |
| LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 3.0 |
| LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER | 9.0 |
| SPOEDE ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. | 4.2 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES | 6.4 |
| WYLAND ELEM. | 3.6 |
| WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. | 6.3 |
| IVELAND ELEM. | 4.5 |
| BRISTOL ELEM. | 8.5 |
| WALTER AMBROSE FAMILY CENTER | 2.9 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. | 5.6 |
| RITENOUR MIDDLE | 6.3 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS | 6.0 |
Showing 20 of 169 schools. View all schools in St. Louis
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
View data sources
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
900 LAY RD, St. Louis, MO 63124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCGRATH ELEM. (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is REED ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MERAMEC ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Clayton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REED ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ANNUNZIATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.7 mi | — |
| IMMACOLATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Clayton | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LOGOS SCHOOL Olivette | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| MERAMEC ELEM. Clayton | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| H F EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| H.F. EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 9.6 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MCGRATH ELEM. Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| BRENTWOOD EARLY CHILDHD CENTER Brentwood | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 1.8 mi | — |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,750
Median Home Value
$967,300
Median Rent
$1,812/mo
Population
11,009
College Educated
85%
Homeownership
74.8%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISSETT ELEM. Springfield, MO | 8.1 |
| DOBBS ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
| HIGH RIDGE ELEM. High Ridge, MO | 8.1 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
| LINE CREEK ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 8.1 |
| OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY St. Louis, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community School
What grades does Community School serve?
Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Community School?
Community School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Community School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Community School rank in MO?
Community School ranks #27 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Community School a private school?
Yes, Community School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Community School a religious school?
No, Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Gender Split
- 32% M / 68% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 991-0005
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.