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St Paul Lutheran School
Elementary School
407 W 3RD ST, Stover, MO 65078
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About St Paul Lutheran School
St Paul Lutheran School is an Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod private elementary school in Stover, MO 65078. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $43,766, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 29 students, St Paul Lutheran 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, St Paul Lutheran School 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, St Paul Lutheran 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 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $999
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $520
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.52x — At Risk
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 0%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $255,785
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 29 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Paul Lutheran School compares to the 2 public schools in Stover, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Stover
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Lutheran School (this school) | — |
| MORGAN CO. R-I HIGH | 7.2 |
| MORGAN CO. R-I ELEM. | 4.3 |
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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Private · Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Address
- 407 W 3RD ST, Stover, MO 65078
- Phone
- (573) 377-2690
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
407 W 3RD ST, Stover, MO 65078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORGAN CO. ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Versailles). Another option is ST ANDREW SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Tipton). Additionally, SMITHTON ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Smithton). For more schools in Stover, see our Stover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MORGAN CO. R-I ELEM. Stover | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| MORGAN CO. R-I HIGH Stover | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MORGAN CO. HIGH Versailles | 7.5 mi | 7.8 |
| MORGAN CO. ELEM. Versailles | 7.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MORGAN CO. MIDDLE Versailles | 7.5 mi | 6.1 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Cole Camp | 11.3 mi | 6.5 |
| COLE CAMP ELEM. Cole Camp | 11.7 mi | 6.4 |
| COLE CAMP HIGH Cole Camp | 11.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Little Tigers Learning Center Versailles | 14.3 mi | — |
| SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton | 17.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SMITHTON HIGH Smithton | 17.2 mi | 7.2 |
| OTTERVILLE ELEM. Otterville | 18.2 mi | 6.0 |
| OTTERVILLE HIGH Otterville | 18.2 mi | 6.2 |
| HAZEL DELL SCHOOL Latham | 16.3 mi | 4.3 |
| APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 19.5 mi | 6.5 |
| DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles | 16.1 mi | 3.9 |
| PRAIRIE UNION SCHOOL Latham | 16.3 mi | — |
| TIPTON HIGH Tipton | 18.6 mi | 5.8 |
| TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton | 18.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton | 18.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,766
Median Home Value
$115,900
Median Rent
$754/mo
Population
3,716
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
47
Community Profile
The community surrounding St Paul Lutheran School has a median household income of $43,766. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $115,900, with a median rent of $754/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Lutheran School
What grades does St Paul Lutheran School serve?
St Paul Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul Lutheran School?
St Paul Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Lutheran School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St Paul Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 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 Paul Lutheran School a religious school?
St Paul Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 159 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- MORGAN
- Phone
- (573) 377-2690
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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