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Principia School
School
13201 CLAYTON RD, St. Louis, MO 63131
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
0.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
0.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Principia School
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About Principia School
Principia School is a private school in St. Louis, MO. Principia School serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 0.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Principia 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.
At 0.5:1 students to teachers, Principia School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Principia 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 Principia School compares to 203 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Principia School (this school) | — |
| LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER | 9.0 |
| LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | 3.0 |
| ROSS ELEM. | 7.7 |
| SPOEDE ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| CRAIG ELEM. | 5.1 |
| NORTH HIGH | 7.1 |
| LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH | 7.8 |
| MCKELVEY PRIMARY | 6.5 |
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY | 8.2 |
| LADUE MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| HUDSON ELEM. | 8.1 |
| REED ELEMENTARY | 9.0 |
| DR. HENRY GIVENS JR. ELEM. | 5.3 |
| IVELAND ELEM. | 4.5 |
| WALTER AMBROSE FAMILY CENTER | 2.9 |
| BRISTOL ELEM. | 8.5 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEM. | 5.2 |
| CLARK ELEM. | 8.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD ED CENTER WEST | 2.8 |
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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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private · Other Religious
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.5:1
- Address
- 13201 CLAYTON RD, St. Louis, MO 63131
- Phone
- (314) 434-2100
- 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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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
13201 CLAYTON RD, St. Louis, MO 63131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Principia School may also want to explore other schools in the area. AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Manchester). Another option is PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Town And Country). Additionally, VISITATION ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away). For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ROSSMAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| THE MOOG CENTER FOR DEAF EDUCATION St. Louis | 1.2 mi | — |
| WHITFIELD SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST AUSTIN SCHOOL Chesterfield | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Town And Country | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| HIRAM NEUWOEHNER Town And Country | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| EXTERNAL SITES Town And Country | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$209,306
Median Home Value
$734,300
Median Rent
$1,999/mo
Population
17,993
College Educated
83.3%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
46.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Principia School
What grades does Principia School serve?
Principia School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Principia School?
Principia School has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Principia School?
The student-teacher ratio at Principia School is 0.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Principia School a private school?
Yes, Principia School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Principia School a religious school?
Principia School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 7% M / 93% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 434-2100
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