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#209 of 399 private schools in MO
St Peter Catholic School
Elementary School
314 W HIGH ST, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#209 of 399
In Jefferson City
#4 of 12
public schools
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St Peter Catholic School
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About St Peter Catholic School
St Peter Catholic School is a private elementary school in Jefferson City, MO. St Peter Catholic School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Peter 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 Peter Catholic School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Jefferson City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter Catholic School (this school) | 6.3 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR | 5.4 |
| SOUTH ELEM. | 8.8 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. | 8.5 |
| EAST ELEM. | 6.1 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL | — |
| WEST ELEM. | 6.4 |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. | 4.2 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. | 7.6 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE | 5.3 |
| BELAIR ELEM. | 8.6 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. | 9.1 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE | 4.7 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. | 8.5 |
| BLAIR OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
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
314 W HIGH ST, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.3 mi | — |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | — |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,013
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
29,777
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLIVAR PRIMARY Bolivar, MO | 6.3 |
| CHILLICOTHE ELEM Chillicothe, MO | 6.3 |
| CROSSROADS - CENTRAL STREET Kansas City, MO | 6.3 |
| DANIEL WEBSTER ELEM. Marshfield, MO | 6.3 |
| DELAWARE ELEM. Springfield, MO | 6.3 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter Catholic School
What grades does St Peter Catholic School serve?
St Peter Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter Catholic School?
St Peter Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter Catholic School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter Catholic School rank in MO?
St Peter Catholic School ranks #209 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Peter Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter Catholic School a religious school?
St Peter Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Phone
- (573) 636-8922
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