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Very Good

#117 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 29% of private schools

Missouri Torah Institute

High School

1809 CLARKSON RD, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#117 of 399

In Chesterfield

#4 of 9

public schools

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Missouri Torah Institute

7.0/10

High School in Chesterfield · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Missouri Torah Institute

Missouri Torah Institute is a private high school in Chesterfield, MO. Missouri Torah Institute serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Missouri Torah Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares0.6 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, Missouri Torah Institute 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 5:1 students to teachers, Missouri Torah Institute sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Missouri Torah Institute 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 Missouri Torah Institute compares to the 13 public schools in Chesterfield, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
72
This School
vs
709
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Missouri Torah Institute Chesterfield Public Avg

All Schools in Chesterfield

School Rating
Missouri Torah Institute (this school) 7.0
HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. 7.0
MARQUETTE SR. HIGH 7.3
KEHRS MILL ELEM. 6.5
WILD HORSE ELEM. 8.8
WEST MIDDLE 7.8
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. 7.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD 4.1
ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. 4.5
GREEN TRAILS ELEM. 8.9
CHESTERFIELD ELEM. 8.4
CENTRAL HIGH 7.2
CENTRAL MIDDLE 7.5
RIVER BEND 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

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)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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School Day Length 9.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,508.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 72
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1809 CLARKSON RD, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Missouri Torah Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MARQUETTE SR. HIGH (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WEST HIGH (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Ballwin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MARQUETTE SR. HIGH Chesterfield 1.3 mi 7.3
KEHRS MILL ELEM. Chesterfield 1.4 mi 6.5
HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. Chesterfield 1.2 mi 7.0
ASCENSION SCHOOL Chesterfield 1.5 mi 4.7
WILD HORSE ELEM. Chesterfield 1.5 mi 8.8
WEST MIDDLE Chesterfield 1.9 mi 7.8
ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville 2.4 mi 6.3
ST CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL Ellisville 2.4 mi 6.1
CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin 2.3 mi 5.2
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. Chesterfield 2.1 mi 7.6
WESTRIDGE ELEM. Ballwin 2.7 mi 6.0
ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. Chesterfield 2.6 mi 4.5
CRESTVIEW MIDDLE Ellisville 2.6 mi 7.2
WEST HIGH Ballwin 2.3 mi 6.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chesterfield 2.3 mi
EARLY CHILDHOOD Chesterfield 2.5 mi 4.1
CDLC ELLISVILLE INC. Ellisville 3.2 mi
ELLISVILLE ELEM. Ellisville 3.2 mi 8.5
ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ellisville 3.4 mi 6.5
CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield 2.8 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,750

Median Home Value

$452,000

Median Rent

$1,632/mo

Population

43,074

College Educated

70.1%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

47.6

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TINA-AVALON HIGH Tina, MO 7.0
CLIMAX SPRINGS HIGH Climax Springs, MO 6.9
HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fenton, MO 6.9
LINN CO. HIGH Purdin, MO 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Missouri Torah Institute

What grades does Missouri Torah Institute serve?

Missouri Torah Institute serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Missouri Torah Institute?

Missouri Torah Institute has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Missouri Torah Institute?

The student-teacher ratio at Missouri Torah Institute is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Missouri Torah Institute rank in MO?

Missouri Torah Institute ranks #117 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Missouri Torah Institute's MySchoolScout rating?

Missouri Torah Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Missouri Torah Institute a private school?

Yes, Missouri Torah Institute is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Missouri Torah Institute a religious school?

Missouri Torah Institute has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
9.2 hours
Days Per Year
164 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County

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