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#118 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 29% of private schools

Promise Christian Academy

School

13260 S OUTER 40 RD, Town and Country, MO 63017

Private

Enrollment

39

Student-Teacher

3.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#118 of 399

In Town and Country

#1 of 3

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Promise Christian Academy

7.0/10

School in Town and Country · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Promise Christian Academy

Promise Christian Academy is a private school in Town and Country, MO. Promise Christian Academy serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 3.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Promise Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares0.7 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 39 students, Promise Christian 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.

At 3.2:1 students to teachers, Promise Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Promise Christian 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.

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 3.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,131
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Enrollment 39
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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 69.2%
Asian 20.5%
Black 7.7%
Hispanic 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

13260 S OUTER 40 RD, Town and Country, MO 63017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Promise Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELLERIVE ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Creve Coeur), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Town and Country, see our Town and Country schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country 0.6 mi 7.9
WESTMINSTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Town And Country 0.6 mi 6.1
ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL St. Louis 0.9 mi 8.4
PRINCIPIA SCHOOL St. Louis 1.0 mi
WHITFIELD SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 7.1
SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi 8.2
CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterfield 1.8 mi 7.0
CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield 1.9 mi 7.2
ROSSMAN SCHOOL St. Louis 1.6 mi 7.7
SOUTH MIDDLE Manchester 2.1 mi 7.8
CENTRAL MIDDLE Chesterfield 2.2 mi 7.5
CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield 2.0 mi 7.4
PIERREMONT ELEM. Manchester 2.4 mi 7.5
AL-SALAM DAY SCHOOL Manchester 2.4 mi 9.3
BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur 2.4 mi 8.5
CHRIST PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL Manchester 2.6 mi 6.6
HENRY ELEM. Ballwin 2.4 mi 7.5
THE MOOG CENTER FOR DEAF EDUCATION St. Louis 2.1 mi
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 2.3 mi
INCARNATE WORD PARISH SCHOOL Chesterfield 2.8 mi 5.5

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
EAGLE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 7.1
THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston, MO 6.9
MERAMEC VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bourbon, MO 6.8
SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph, MO 6.8
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF BOONE COUNTY Columbia, MO 6.7
SHOW-ME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL La Monte, MO 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Promise Christian Academy

What grades does Promise Christian Academy serve?

Promise Christian Academy serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Promise Christian Academy?

Promise Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Promise Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Promise Christian Academy is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Promise Christian Academy rank in MO?

Promise Christian Academy ranks #118 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Promise Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Promise Christian Academy 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 Promise Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Promise Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Presbyterian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Promise Christian Academy a religious school?

Promise Christian Academy has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
39
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Presbyterian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County

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