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#282 of 399 private schools in MO
St Henry Catholic School
Elementary School
306 CT ST, Charleston, MO 63834
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#282 of 399
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St Henry Catholic School
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About St Henry Catholic School
St Henry Catholic School is a private elementary school in Charleston, MO. St Henry Catholic School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Henry Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, St Henry Catholic 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 7:1 students to teachers, St Henry Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Henry Catholic 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 Henry Catholic School compares to the 3 public schools in Charleston, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Charleston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Henry Catholic School (this school) | 5.7 |
| CHARLESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| WARREN E. HEARNES ELEM. | 4.3 |
| CHARLESTON HIGH | 4.3 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
306 CT ST, Charleston, MO 63834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Henry Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHEAST ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. Another option is WING ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. (rated 7.1/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Sikeston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARLESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Charleston | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| WARREN E. HEARNES ELEM. Charleston | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| CHARLESTON HIGH Charleston | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| EAST PRAIRIE ELEM East Prairie | 10.2 mi | 6.4 |
| EAST PRAIRIE MIDDLE East Prairie | 10.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST PRAIRIE HIGH East Prairie | 10.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton | 11.0 mi | 5.1 |
| THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH Benton | 11.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CO. MIDDLE Benton | 11.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Cairo Jr/Sr High School Cairo | 11.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Cairo Elementary School Cairo | 10.9 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Sikeston | 11.6 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW DAWN SCHOOL Sikeston | 11.7 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTHEAST MISSOURI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 12.3 mi | — |
| SIKESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Sikeston | 12.7 mi | 7.1 |
| SIKESTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 12.8 mi | 6.8 |
| WING ELEM. Sikeston | 13.0 mi | 7.3 |
| SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. Sikeston | 13.5 mi | 7.1 |
| OLIVE BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olive Branch | 16.9 mi | — |
| THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 13.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,658
Median Home Value
$107,100
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
5,218
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rosebud, MO | 5.7 |
| LIVINGSTON CO. ELEM. Chula, MO | 5.7 |
| RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL AT STEPHENS C Columbia, MO | 5.7 |
| GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL Oran, MO | 5.9 |
| HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Henry Catholic School
What grades does St Henry Catholic School serve?
St Henry Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Henry Catholic School?
St Henry Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Henry Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Henry Catholic School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Henry Catholic School rank in MO?
St Henry Catholic School ranks #282 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Henry Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Henry Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Henry Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Henry Catholic 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 Henry Catholic School a religious school?
St Henry Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mississippi County
- Phone
- (573) 683-6218
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