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#150 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 37% of private schools

St Austin School

Elementary School

1755 DES PERES RD, Chesterfield, MO 63006

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

125

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Chesterfield

#7 of 9

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#69 of 238

About St Austin School

ST Austin School serves 125 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Chesterfield, Missouri. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio with 10 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more personalized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school has earned a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #196 out of 399 schools statewide, placing it in the 51st percentile among Missouri elementary schools.

This solid middle-tier performance indicates the school is meeting educational standards while continuing to work toward academic excellence. With its manageable enrollment size, ST Austin School offers an intimate learning environment where students can develop close relationships with teachers and peers throughout their elementary and middle school years. The prekindergarten through eighth grade structure allows families to establish long-term connections with the school community as their children progress through these foundational academic years.

Located on Des Peres Road, ST Austin School serves families in Chesterfield's large suburban community in the greater St. Louis area, providing neighborhood students with accessible public education in a well-established suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 125 students, St Austin School 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.

As a private school, St Austin School 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.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2018 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$4,682
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$4,373
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.93x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
86%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$493,504

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 125 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Austin School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Chesterfield, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
125
This School
vs
529
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
7.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.2% vs 0%
Asian 4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.2% vs 0%
Black 0.8% vs 0%
St Austin School Chesterfield Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Austin School (this school) 6.8
EARLY CHILDHOOD 6.2
CENTRAL MIDDLE 7.8
WEST MIDDLE 7.8
SHENANDOAH VALLEY ELEM. 7.7
GREEN TRAILS ELEM. 7.7
HIGHCROFT RIDGE ELEM. 8.6
RIVER BEND ELEM. 8.7
KEHRS MILL ELEM. 7.7
ROCKWOOD CTR. EARLY CHILD. ED. 6.9
WILD HORSE ELEM. 8.5
CHESTERFIELD ELEM. 7.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,246
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 35%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 125
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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 79.2%
Two or More 12.8%
Asian 4.0%
Hispanic 3.2%
Black 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1755 DES PERES RD, Chesterfield, MO 63006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Austin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Kirkwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARRETTS ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTCHESTER ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Kirkwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chesterfield, see our Chesterfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Peres 0.7 mi 6.5
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Town And Country 0.8 mi 4.1
ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres 1.1 mi 6.5
HIRAM NEUWOEHNER Town And Country 1.5 mi 6.8
EXTERNAL SITES Town and Country 1.6 mi 6.7
THE MOOG CENTER FOR DEAF EDUCATION St. Louis 1.8 mi
ST GERARD MAJELLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.8 mi 4.9
VISITATION ACADEMY St. Louis 1.9 mi 6.8
PRINCIPIA SCHOOL St. Louis 1.8 mi
WESTCHESTER ELEM. Kirkwood 1.7 mi 7.7
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin 2.2 mi
NORTH KIRKWOOD MIDDLE Kirkwood 2.0 mi 7.2
ROSSMAN SCHOOL St. Louis 2.4 mi 7.7
KIRKWOOD SR. HIGH Kirkwood 2.2 mi 8.2
MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country 2.4 mi 7.6
HARPER SCHOOL, LLC Frontenac 2.3 mi
BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester 2.6 mi 8.1
VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kirkwood 2.2 mi 5.8
ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL St. Louis 2.7 mi 8.4
W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. Kirkwood 2.4 mi 8.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
AVILLA ELEM. Avilla, MO 6.8
BLESSED TERESA OF CALCUTTA SCHOOL Ferguson, MO 6.8
CHILD OF GOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Peters, MO 6.8
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY O'Fallon, MO 6.8
GILMAN CITY ELEM. Gilman City, MO 6.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jackson, MO 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Austin School

What grades does St Austin School serve?

St Austin School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Austin School?

St Austin School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Austin School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Austin School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Austin School rank in MO?

St Austin School is ranked #150 out of 399 private schools in MO.

What is St Austin School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Austin School has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Austin School a private school?

Yes, St Austin School 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 St Austin School a religious school?

St Austin School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (1,382/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
125
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
ST. LOUIS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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