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#296 of 399 private schools in MO
St Denis School
Elementary School
115 N WINCHESTER ST, Benton, MO 63736
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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St Denis School
Elementary School in Benton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Denis School
St Denis School is a private elementary school in Benton, MO. St Denis School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Denis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #296 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, St Denis 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, St Denis School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Denis 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 St Denis School compares to the 4 public schools in Benton, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Benton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Denis School (this school) | 5.6 |
| KELSO ELEM. | 8.3 |
| SCOTT CO. MIDDLE | 7.0 |
| THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. | 5.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
115 N WINCHESTER ST, Benton, MO 63736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Denis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KELSO ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Oran), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Benton, see our Benton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KELSO ELEM. Benton | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oran | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ORAN HIGH SCHOOL Oran | 5.0 mi | 6.8 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL Oran | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Kelso | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
| THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH Benton | 6.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CO. MIDDLE Benton | 6.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SCOTT CITY ELEM. Scott City | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SCOTT CITY HIGH Scott City | 8.0 mi | 6.5 |
| SCOTT CITY MIDDLE Scott City | 8.0 mi | 8.6 |
| CHAFFEE ELEM. Chaffee | 7.8 mi | 5.3 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston | 8.7 mi | 7.9 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH Sikeston | 8.7 mi | 7.0 |
| CHAFFEE JR.-SR. HIGH Chaffee | 8.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Scott City | 9.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Vanduser | 10.2 mi | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH Cape Girardeau | 12.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PARKVIEW SCHOOL Cape Girardeau | 13.4 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Cape Girardeau | 13.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,045
Median Home Value
$168,600
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
3,342
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EVERTON ELEM. Everton, MO | 5.6 |
| BALLARD ELEM. Butler, MO | 5.5 |
| HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 5.5 |
| NORBORNE ELEM. Norborne, MO | 5.5 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS SCHOOL Eugene, MO | 5.5 |
| SWEDEBORG ELEM. Richland, MO | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Denis School
What grades does St Denis School serve?
St Denis School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Denis School?
St Denis School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Denis School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Denis School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Denis School rank in MO?
St Denis School ranks #296 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Denis School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Denis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Denis School a private school?
Yes, St Denis 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 Denis School a religious school?
St Denis School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Scott County
- Phone
- (573) 545-3017
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