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#292 of 399 private schools in MO
Holy Child Catholic School
Elementary School
2316 CHURCH RD, Arnold, MO 63010
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#292 of 399
In Arnold
#2 of 3
public schools
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Holy Child Catholic School
Elementary School in Arnold · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Child Catholic School
Holy Child Catholic School is a private elementary school in Arnold, MO. Holy Child Catholic School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Child Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Holy Child Catholic 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 Holy Child Catholic School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Arnold, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Child Catholic School (this school) | 5.6 |
| DON EARL EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. | 5.2 |
| FOX MIDDLE | 6.5 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. | 8.8 |
| FOX ELEM. | 3.9 |
| ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. | 8.8 |
| LONE DELL ELEM. | 9.4 |
| RICHARD SIMPSON ELEM. | 5.3 |
| RIDGEWOOD MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| MERAMEC HEIGHTS ELEM. | 7.6 |
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
2316 CHURCH RD, Arnold, MO 63010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Child Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONE DELL ELEM. (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SECKMAN ELEM. (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Imperial), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHERWOOD ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arnold, see our Arnold schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DON EARL EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Arnold | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| FOX SR. HIGH Arnold | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| FOX MIDDLE Arnold | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| FOX ELEM. Arnold | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arnold | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SHERWOOD ELEM. Arnold | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arnold | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ROCKPORT HEIGHTS ELEM. Arnold | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| LONE DELL ELEM. Arnold | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| RICHARD SIMPSON ELEM. Arnold | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| HAGEMANN ELEM. St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ROGERS ELEM. St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| RIDGEWOOD MIDDLE Arnold | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| RAYMOND NANCY HODGE ELEM. Imperial | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.7 mi | 8.1 |
| POINT ELEM. St. Louis | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| WASHINGTON MIDDLE St. Louis | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| TRAUTWEIN ELEM. St. Louis | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SECKMAN SR. HIGH Imperial | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SECKMAN ELEM. Imperial | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,839
Median Home Value
$214,100
Median Rent
$1,074/mo
Population
34,405
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 5.6 |
| BUTCHER-GREENE ELEM. Grandview, MO | 5.6 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL INC. Kansas City, MO | 5.6 |
| HAMILTON ELEM. COMMUNITY ED. St. Louis, MO | 5.6 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 5.6 |
| NORTH SHELBY ELEM. Shelbyville, MO | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Child Catholic School
What grades does Holy Child Catholic School serve?
Holy Child Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Child Catholic School?
Holy Child Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Child Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Child Catholic School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Child Catholic School rank in MO?
Holy Child Catholic School ranks #292 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Holy Child Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Child Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Child Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Holy Child Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Holy Child Catholic School a religious school?
Holy Child Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 204
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (636) 296-0055
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