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#265 of 399 private schools in MO

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy

High School

216 EL MERCADO PLZ, Jefferson City, MO 65109

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

140

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

5th – 12th

Enrollment

140

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#265 of 399

In Jefferson City

#7 of 12

public schools

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About Lighthouse Preparatory Academy

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy is a private high school in Jefferson City, MO. Lighthouse Preparatory Academy serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares0.5 pts below MO schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 140 students, Lighthouse Preparatory Academy 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.

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy 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 Lighthouse Preparatory Academy compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Jefferson City, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.1:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

140

This School

508

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.1% vs 0%

Black 0.7% vs 0%

Asian 0.7% vs 0%

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy Jefferson City Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Lighthouse Preparatory Academy (this school)	—	140	12.1:1	5.9
CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM.	1.6 mi	442	11.9:1	9.1
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE	1.8 mi	889	11.3:1	7.7
BELAIR ELEM.	2.2 mi	362	12.9:1	8.6
PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY	2.2 mi	448	12.8:1	8.3
CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL	2.4 mi	1,317	13.7:1	5.4
WEST ELEM.	2.5 mi	339	13.6:1	6.4
CEDAR HILL ELEM.	2.8 mi	326	10.9:1	7.6
SOUTH ELEM.	3.7 mi	321	11.5:1	8.8
THORPE J. GORDON ELEM.	4.3 mi	297	9.6:1	8.5
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH	4.4 mi	1,373	13.7:1	6.8
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM.	5.0 mi	298	9:1	4.2
EAST ELEM.	5.3 mi	298	10.3:1	6.1
H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL	5.6 mi	17	4.2:1	—
LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE	6.2 mi	962	11.9:1	5.3
BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE	7.8 mi	231	14.4:1	4.7
BLAIR OAKS HIGH	7.9 mi	438	16.2:1	5.1
BLAIR OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL	7.9 mi	275	15.3:1	4.9

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

B- 4.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 11%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 140

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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 94.3%

Hispanic 2.1%

Two or More 2.1%

Black 0.7%

Asian 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

216 EL MERCADO PLZ, Jefferson City, MO 65109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lighthouse Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JEFFERSON CITY HIGH (rated 6.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City	1.1 mi	105	6.8
CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City	1.6 mi	442	9.1
THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City	1.8 mi	889	7.7
BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City	2.2 mi	362	8.6
ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City	2.1 mi	355	6.0
CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City	2.4 mi	1,317	5.4
PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY Jefferson City	2.2 mi	448	8.3
WEST ELEM. Jefferson City	2.5 mi	339	6.4
CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City	2.8 mi	326	7.6
HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City	3.4 mi	738	5.3
SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City	3.5 mi	283	5.4
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City	3.7 mi	258	5.3
SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City	3.7 mi	321	8.8
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City	4.1 mi	442	6.3
THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City	4.3 mi	297	8.5
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City	4.4 mi	1,373	6.8
ST MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jefferson City	4.7 mi	183	5.7
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City	5.0 mi	298	4.2
MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City	4.9 mi	25	—
CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City	5.4 mi	98	6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,430

Median Home Value

$204,700

Median Rent

$828/mo

Population

40,390

College Educated

44.6%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

40.7

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
VERONA HIGH Verona, MO	180	5.9
LOCKWOOD HIGH Lockwood, MO	97	6.0
WHEATON HIGH Wheaton, MO	182	6.0
BRADLEYVILLE HIGH Bradleyville, MO	110	5.8
SLATER HIGH Slater, MO	135	5.8
THE INNOVATION SCHOOL AT CV St. Louis, MO	140	5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lighthouse Preparatory Academy

What grades does Lighthouse Preparatory Academy serve?

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Lighthouse Preparatory Academy?

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Preparatory Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Preparatory Academy is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lighthouse Preparatory Academy rank in MO?

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy ranks #265 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Lighthouse Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lighthouse Preparatory Academy a private school?

Yes, Lighthouse Preparatory Academy 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 Lighthouse Preparatory Academy a religious school?

No, Lighthouse Preparatory Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 5th – 12th
Enrollment: 140
Gender Split: 42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Small City
County: Cole County
Phone: (573) 645-5253

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