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#138 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 34% of private schools
First Baptist School
Elementary School
551 N WESTWOOD BLVD, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#138 of 399
In Poplar Bluff
#1 of 3
public schools
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First Baptist School
Elementary School in Poplar Bluff · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About First Baptist School
First Baptist School is a private elementary school in Poplar Bluff, MO. First Baptist School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. First Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, First Baptist School 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.
At 3.9:1 students to teachers, First Baptist School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
First Baptist 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 First Baptist School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Poplar Bluff, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Baptist School (this school) | 6.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| SHADY GROVE SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. | 4.1 |
| O'NEAL ELEM. | 5.0 |
| POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. | 4.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C | 3.5 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. | 5.1 |
| LAKE ROAD ELEM. | 4.5 |
| SIERRA-OSAGE TREATMENT CTR. | — |
| W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. | 6.3 |
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
551 N WESTWOOD BLVD, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Baptist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEELYVILLE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Neelyville), which scores notably higher. Another option is QULIN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Qulin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Poplar Bluff, see our Poplar Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POPLAR BLUFF JR. HIGH Poplar Bluff | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| SHADY GROVE SCHOOL Poplar Bluff | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| O'NEAL ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CTR. Poplar Bluff | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD C Poplar Bluff | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| WESTWOOD BAPTIST ACADEMY Poplar Bluff | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| LAKE ROAD ELEM. Poplar Bluff | 4.4 mi | 4.5 |
| SIERRA-OSAGE TREATMENT CTR. Poplar Bluff | 8.7 mi | — |
| W. E. SEARS YOUTH CTR. Poplar Bluff | 8.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLVIEW ELEM. Harviell | 9.6 mi | 6.7 |
| TWIN RIVERS HIGH Broseley | 10.9 mi | 6.8 |
| FISK ELEMENTARY Fisk | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| NEELYVILLE HIGH Neelyville | 14.8 mi | 7.1 |
| NEELYVILLE ELEM. Neelyville | 14.8 mi | 8.0 |
| QULIN ELEMENTARY Qulin | 14.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,979
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
34,920
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
| OSBORN ELEM. Osborn, MO | 6.9 |
| PILOT GROVE ELEM. Pilot Grove, MO | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Scott City, MO | 6.9 |
| CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO | 7.0 |
| LINN CO. ELEM. Purdin, MO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Baptist School
What grades does First Baptist School serve?
First Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend First Baptist School?
First Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Baptist School is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Baptist School rank in MO?
First Baptist School ranks #138 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is First Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Baptist School a private school?
Yes, First Baptist School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is First Baptist School a religious school?
First Baptist School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Gender Split
- 11% M / 89% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (573) 686-4391
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