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Prairie Union School
Middle School
39580 EXCELSIOR DR, Latham, MO 65050
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Prairie Union School
Middle School in Latham · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Union School
Prairie Union School is a private middle school in Latham, MO. Prairie Union School serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 23 students, Prairie Union School 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.
Prairie Union 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.
Prairie Union School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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BetaHow Prairie Union School compares to the 1 public school in Latham, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Latham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Prairie Union School (this school) | — |
| LATHAM ELEM. | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Private · Mennonite
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- 39580 EXCELSIOR DR, Latham, MO 65050
- Phone
- (660) 458-6536
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MO aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
39580 EXCELSIOR DR, Latham, MO 65050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Union School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ELDON MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Eldon). Another option is CALIFORNIA MIDDLE (rated 6.8/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby California). Additionally, MORGAN CO. MIDDLE (rated 6.1/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Versailles). For more schools in Latham, see our Latham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| HAZEL DELL SCHOOL Latham | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| LATHAM ELEM. Latham | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HIGH POINT ELEM. High Point | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CLARKSBURG ELEM. Clarksburg | 11.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MORGAN CO. ELEM. Versailles | 9.5 mi | 7.5 |
| MORGAN CO. MIDDLE Versailles | 9.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MORGAN CO. HIGH Versailles | 9.5 mi | 8.6 |
| TIPTON HIGH Tipton | 11.3 mi | 5.4 |
| TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton | 11.3 mi | 6.1 |
| TIPTON ELEM. Tipton | 11.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton | 11.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CALIFORNIA HIGH California | 11.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ELDON MIDDLE Eldon | 11.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CALIFORNIA MIDDLE California | 11.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CALIFORNIA ELEM. California | 11.7 mi | 8.3 |
| DOGWOOD HILLS SCHOOL Eldon | 12.1 mi | — |
| ELDON HIGH Eldon | 12.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Eldon | 12.9 mi | 6.5 |
| ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon | 12.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,475
Median Home Value
$223,700
Median Rent
$630/mo
Population
796
College Educated
4.9%
Homeownership
90.2%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
21
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Union School
What grades does Prairie Union School serve?
Prairie Union School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie Union School?
Prairie Union School has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Union School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Union School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Prairie Union School a private school?
Yes, Prairie Union School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Prairie Union School a religious school?
Prairie Union School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Moniteau County
- Phone
- (660) 458-6536
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