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#343 of 399 private schools in MO

St Margaret Mary Alacoque School

Elementary School

4900 RINGER RD, St. Louis, MO 63129

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#71 of 74

public schools

Missouri elementary schools

#207 of 238

About St Margaret Mary Alacoque School

ST Margaret Mary Alacoque School is a public elementary school located in the suburbs of Saint Louis, Missouri. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 367 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1 with 23 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its ranking as the 369th out of 399 schools in Missouri on MySchoolScout’s rating system, ST Margaret Mary Alacoque School focuses on providing quality education to its diverse community of learners.

The school's setting within a large suburban area offers a peaceful and nurturing environment conducive to learning and growth.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Margaret Mary Alacoque 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Margaret Mary Alacoque School compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
367
This School
vs
332
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.1% vs 0%
St Margaret Mary Alacoque School St. Louis Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Margaret Mary Alacoque School (this school) 5.1
BLADES ELEM. 3.6
BERNARD MIDDLE 5.7
OAKVILLE ELEM. 4.8
MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE 5.5
At Home Academy
TRAUTWEIN ELEM. 4.0
MOSAIC ELEMENTARY 7.9
WASHINGTON MIDDLE 5.1
WOHLWEND ELEM. 5.3
OAKVILLE MIDDLE 5.6
BEASLEY ELEM. 8.2
JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. 5.7
ROBERT H. SPERRENG MIDDLE 4.0
KENNERLY ELEM. 6.5
BIERBAUM ELEM. 5.2
POINT ELEM. 4.6
DRESSEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.7
CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL 5.9
FORDER ELEM. 6.8
HAGEMANN ELEM. 4.2

Showing 20 of 171 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.

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)
C 2.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 10%
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 367
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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 94.8%
Two or More 2.2%
Asian 1.9%
Hispanic 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4900 RINGER RD, St. Louis, MO 63129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Margaret Mary Alacoque School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEASLEY ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOSAIC ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BLADES ELEM. St. Louis 0.3 mi 3.6
BERNARD MIDDLE St. Louis 0.6 mi 5.7
OAKVILLE ELEM. St. Louis 0.7 mi 4.8
OAKVILLE SR. HIGH St. Louis 1.1 mi 7.6
MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.5
ABIDING SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 1.6 mi 8.1
MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 2.0 mi 6.0
At Home Academy St. Louis 2.0 mi
ASSUMPTION PARISH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.9 mi 5.6
MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis 2.2 mi 7.9
WOHLWEND ELEM. St. Louis 2.3 mi 5.3
OAKVILLE MIDDLE St. Louis 2.3 mi 5.6
TRAUTWEIN ELEM. St. Louis 2.2 mi 4.0
ST SIMON THE APOSTLE St. Louis 2.8 mi 6.3
WASHINGTON MIDDLE St. Louis 2.3 mi 5.1
GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 2.9 mi 5.5
BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis 2.4 mi 8.2
JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis 2.4 mi 5.7
POINT ELEM. St. Louis 3.2 mi 4.6
BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis 3.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,920

Median Home Value

$278,800

Median Rent

$1,087/mo

Population

51,356

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

45

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Margaret Mary Alacoque School has a median household income of $91,920. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $278,800, with a median rent of $1,087/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ALPHA HART LEWIS Columbia, MO 5.1
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Steele, MO 5.1
Dover Hill Elementary Joplin, MO 5.1
EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair, MO 5.1
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 5.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Springfield, MO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Margaret Mary Alacoque School

What grades does St Margaret Mary Alacoque School serve?

St Margaret Mary Alacoque School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Margaret Mary Alacoque School?

St Margaret Mary Alacoque School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary Alacoque School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary Alacoque School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Margaret Mary Alacoque School rank in MO?

St Margaret Mary Alacoque School is ranked #343 out of 399 private schools in MO.

What is St Margaret Mary Alacoque School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Margaret Mary Alacoque School has a composite rating of 5.1 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 Margaret Mary Alacoque School a private school?

Yes, St Margaret Mary Alacoque 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 Margaret Mary Alacoque School a religious school?

St Margaret Mary Alacoque School 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
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
367
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
ST. LOUIS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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