Very Good
#72 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 18% of private schools
Holy Rosary
Elementary School
400 E WILSON ST, Clinton, MO 64735
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#72 of 399
In Clinton
#1 of 2
public schools
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Holy Rosary
Elementary School in Clinton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Rosary
Holy Rosary is a private elementary school in Clinton, MO. Holy Rosary serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Rosary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, Holy Rosary 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Holy Rosary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holy Rosary 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 Rosary compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Clinton, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Rosary (this school) | 7.4 |
| CLINTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 4.4 |
| CLINTON MIDDLE | 6.1 |
| CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| HENRY ELEM. | 6.6 |
| Davis Elem. | 7.3 |
| LEESVILLE ELEM. | 5.8 |
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
400 E WILSON ST, Clinton, MO 64735
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Rosary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Davis Elem. (rated 7.3/10, 6.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HENRY ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLINTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Clinton | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| CLINTON MIDDLE Clinton | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CLINTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Clinton | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CLINTON SR. HIGH Clinton | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| HENRY ELEM. Clinton | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CLINTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clinton | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Davis Elem. Clinton | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| LAKELAND HIGH Deepwater | 11.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LAKELAND ELEM. Deepwater | 11.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SHAWNEE ELEM. Chilhowee | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LEESVILLE ELEM. Clinton | 9.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CALHOUN ELEM. Calhoun | 10.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTROSE ELEM. Montrose | 13.5 mi | — |
| MONTROSE HIGH Montrose | 13.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LEETON ELEM. Leeton | 16.0 mi | 5.2 |
| LEETON HIGH Leeton | 16.0 mi | 6.6 |
| LEETON MIDDLE Leeton | 16.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Montrose | 13.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CHILHOWEE ELEM. Chilhowee | 16.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CHILHOWEE HIGH Chilhowee | 16.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,782
Median Home Value
$165,000
Median Rent
$727/mo
Population
13,572
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO | 7.4 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirksville, MO | 7.4 |
| JAMESTOWN C-I ELEM. Jamestown, MO | 7.4 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Amoret, MO | 7.4 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton, MO | 7.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC ACADEMY Springfield, MO | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Rosary
What grades does Holy Rosary serve?
Holy Rosary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Rosary?
Holy Rosary has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Rosary rank in MO?
Holy Rosary ranks #72 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Holy Rosary's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Rosary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Rosary a private school?
Yes, Holy Rosary 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 Rosary a religious school?
Holy Rosary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 188 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Henry County
- Phone
- (660) 885-4412
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