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#252 of 399 private schools in MO

Greenwood Laboratory School

School

1024 E HARRISON, Springfield, MO 65897

Private

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#252 of 399

In Springfield

#8 of 13

public schools

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Greenwood Laboratory School

6.0/10

School in Springfield · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Greenwood Laboratory School

Greenwood Laboratory School is a private school in Springfield, MO. Greenwood Laboratory School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Laboratory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it comparesOn par with MO schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Greenwood Laboratory 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

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How Greenwood Laboratory School compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
396
This School
vs
450
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.7% vs 0%
Asian 21% vs 0%
Black 5.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.5% vs 0%
Greenwood Laboratory School Springfield Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Greenwood Laboratory School (this school) 6.0
ROUNTREE ELEM. 6.9
JARRETT MIDDLE 7.4
DATEMA HOUSE
MOCA-S 3.4
MOCAP Attendance Center 6.9
CENTRAL HIGH 8.5
DELAWARE ELEM. 6.3
PARKVIEW HIGH 6.5
GREENE VALLEY SCHOOL 3.5
BINGHAM ELEM. 8.7
SUNSHINE ELEM. 7.7
PIPKIN MIDDLE 5.3
MCGREGOR ELEM. 7.9
BOYD ELEM. 5.2
WELLER ELEM. 7.1
WEAVER ELEM. 7.1
EXCEL SCHOOL
HOLLAND ELEM. 5.5
REED MIDDLE 4.9
YORK ELEM. 8.1

Showing 20 of 59 schools. View all schools in Springfield

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 396
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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)

White 69.7%
Asian 21.0%
Black 5.6%
Hispanic 2.5%
Native American 1.0%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1024 E HARRISON, Springfield, MO 65897

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood Laboratory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MOCAP Attendance Center (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GREENE VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 3.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ROUNTREE ELEM. Springfield 0.5 mi 6.9
JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield 0.6 mi 7.4
DATEMA HOUSE Springfield 0.6 mi
ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield 0.6 mi 5.9
MOCAP Attendance Center Springfield 0.8 mi 6.9
MOCA-S Springfield 0.8 mi 3.4
LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield 0.9 mi 6.4
DISCOVERY GARDEN MONTESSORI Springfield 1.1 mi
U.SCHOOL Springfield 1.0 mi
CENTRAL HIGH Springfield 1.2 mi 8.5
DELAWARE ELEM. Springfield 1.2 mi 6.3
CAMPBELL ELEM. Springfield 1.1 mi 5.2
PARKVIEW HIGH Springfield 1.3 mi 6.5
GREENE VALLEY SCHOOL Springfield 1.4 mi 3.5
SUNSHINE ELEM. Springfield 1.5 mi 7.7
BOYD ELEM. Springfield 1.5 mi 5.2
PIPKIN MIDDLE Springfield 1.5 mi 5.3
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Springfield 1.5 mi 7.4
BINGHAM ELEM. Springfield 1.4 mi 8.7
MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield 1.5 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65897 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

2,922

College Educated

0%

Homeownership

0%

Poverty Rate

100%

Median Age

19.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters, MO 5.8
ST JOSEPH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Joseph, MO 6.2
NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SYSTEM Kansas City, MO 6.3
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia, MO 5.6
COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin, MO 5.6
SCHOOL OF THE OZARKS Point Lookout, MO 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood Laboratory School

What grades does Greenwood Laboratory School serve?

Greenwood Laboratory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Greenwood Laboratory School?

Greenwood Laboratory School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Laboratory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Laboratory School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Greenwood Laboratory School rank in MO?

Greenwood Laboratory School ranks #252 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Greenwood Laboratory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood Laboratory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Greenwood Laboratory School a private school?

Yes, Greenwood Laboratory 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 Greenwood Laboratory School a religious school?

No, Greenwood Laboratory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
396
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Greene County

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