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South City Catholic Academy Learning Center

Middle School

5821 PERNOD AVE, St. Louis, MO 63139

Private

Enrollment

13

Student-Teacher

6.5:1

Grades

4th – 8th

Updated 2021-22

About South City Catholic Academy Learning Center

South City Catholic Academy Learning Center is a Roman Catholic private middle school in St. Louis, MO 63139. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 4th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,749, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 13 students, South City Catholic Academy Learning Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, South City Catholic Academy Learning Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, South City Catholic Academy Learning Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How South City Catholic Academy Learning Center compares to 155 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
13
This School
vs
337
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 23.1% vs 0%
Black 15.4% vs 0%
Asian 7.7% vs 0%
South City Catholic Academy Learning Center St. Louis Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
South City Catholic Academy Learning Center (this school)
MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. 8.5
BUDER ELEM. 5.6
PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL 5.5
BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC 8.8
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE 8.2
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS 6.4
COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING 7.9
MASON ELEM. 5.4
SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. 7.0
BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS 6.7
OAK HILL ELEM. 4.9
MOMENTUM ACAD TOWER GRVE SOUTH 4.4
LONG MIDDLE COMMUNITY ED. CTR. 5.9
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE 6.7
MANN ELEM. 6.2
ROGERS MIDDLE 4.4
Woerner Elem 4.6
DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES 5.7
MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS 5.6
COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE 5.7

Showing 20 of 155 schools. View all schools in St. Louis

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
4th – 8th
Enrollment
13 students
Type
Private · Roman Catholic
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Address
5821 PERNOD AVE, St. Louis, MO 63139
Phone
(314) 752-4171
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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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 Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 53.8%
Hispanic 23.1%
Black 15.4%
Asian 7.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5821 PERNOD AVE, St. Louis, MO 63139

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South City Catholic Academy Learning Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away). For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
MALLINCKRODT A.B.I. ELEM. St. Louis 0.1 mi 8.5
BUDER ELEM. St. Louis 0.7 mi 5.6
ST GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis 0.7 mi 5.6
PREMIER CHARTER SCHOOL St. Louis 0.8 mi 5.5
MASON ELEM. St. Louis 1.0 mi 5.4
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis 0.9 mi 6.4
BETTY WHEELER CLASSICAL JR. AC St. Louis 0.8 mi 8.8
COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING St. Louis 0.9 mi 7.9
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis 0.9 mi 7.6
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY MIDDLE St. Louis 0.9 mi 8.2
WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 6.8
WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN St. Louis 1.2 mi 7.9
BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS St. Louis 1.3 mi 6.7
SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. St. Louis 1.3 mi 7.0
CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH St. Louis 1.2 mi 5.3
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis 1.3 mi 8.8
ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis 1.5 mi 6.2
SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.4 mi 5.8
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis 1.8 mi 6.7
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,749

Median Home Value

$199,400

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Population

21,811

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding South City Catholic Academy Learning Center has a median household income of $74,749. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $199,400, with a median rent of $1,086/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South City Catholic Academy Learning Center

What grades does South City Catholic Academy Learning Center serve?

South City Catholic Academy Learning Center serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend South City Catholic Academy Learning Center?

South City Catholic Academy Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South City Catholic Academy Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at South City Catholic Academy Learning Center is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is South City Catholic Academy Learning Center a private school?

Yes, South City Catholic Academy Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is South City Catholic Academy Learning Center a religious school?

South City Catholic Academy Learning Center has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (7,108/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
13
Gender Split
38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8.4 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large City
County
ST. LOUIS
Data Year
2022–2023

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