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Giant Steps of St Louis
School
7281 SARAH ST, Maplewood, MO 63143
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
UG – UG
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Giant Steps of St Louis
Giant Steps of St Louis is a private school in Maplewood, MO 63143. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades UG – UG with a student-teacher ratio of 2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $65,712, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Giant Steps of St Louis is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2:1, Giant Steps of St Louis offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Giant Steps of St Louis operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $54,123
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $49,863
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.92x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 94%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $633,568
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 25 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Giant Steps of St Louis compares to the 3 public schools in Maplewood, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Maplewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Giant Steps of St Louis (this school) | — |
| MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH | 7.3 |
| MRH MIDDLE | 7.2 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 7.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Address
- 7281 SARAH ST, Maplewood, MO 63143
- Phone
- (314) 932-1051
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MO aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
7281 SARAH ST, Maplewood, MO 63143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Giant Steps of St Louis may also want to explore other schools in the area. AVERY ELEM. (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby St. Louis). Another option is WYDOWN MIDDLE (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Clayton). Additionally, GLENRIDGE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Clayton). For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH Maplewood | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| MRH MIDDLE Maplewood | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE COLLEGE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MASON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Brentwood | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTH CITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY LEARNING CENTER St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| AVERY ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| WYDOWN MIDDLE Clayton | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,712
Median Home Value
$226,300
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
8,968
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
33.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Giant Steps of St Louis has a median household income of $65,712. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $226,300, with a median rent of $900/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester, MO | — |
| ANNUNZIATA SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | — |
| BOOTHEEL SCHOOL Clarkton, MO | — |
| Boonslick St. Peters, MO | — |
| CEDAR RIDGE SCHOOL Nevada, MO | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Giant Steps of St Louis
What grades does Giant Steps of St Louis serve?
Giant Steps of St Louis serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Giant Steps of St Louis?
Giant Steps of St Louis has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Giant Steps of St Louis?
The student-teacher ratio at Giant Steps of St Louis is 2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Giant Steps of St Louis a private school?
Yes, Giant Steps of St Louis 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 Giant Steps of St Louis a religious school?
No, Giant Steps of St Louis is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (7,452/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Maplewood). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 25
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- ST. LOUIS
- Phone
- (314) 932-1051
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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