Very Good
#62 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 15% of private schools
St Peters Middle School
Middle School
931 BYERS AVE, Joplin, MO 64801
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#62 of 399
In Joplin
#3 of 6
public schools
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About St Peters Middle School
St Peters Middle School is a private middle school in Joplin, MO. St Peters Middle School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peters Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, St Peters Middle 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, St Peters Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Peters Middle 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 Peters Middle School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Joplin, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peters Middle School (this school) | 7.5 |
| NORTH MIDDLE | 3.8 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL | — |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL | — |
| SOUTH MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| EAST MIDDLE | 3.6 |
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
931 BYERS AVE, Joplin, MO 64801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peters Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SOUTH MIDDLE (rated 6.9/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is NORTH MIDDLE (rated 3.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, EAST MIDDLE (rated 3.6/10, 3.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Joplin, see our Joplin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Joplin | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTH MIDDLE Joplin | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| JOPLIN HIGH Joplin | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Joplin | 1.2 mi | — |
| Dover Hill Elementary Joplin | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JOPLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Joplin | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Joplin | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY Joplin | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. Joplin | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| KELSEY NORMAN ELEM. Joplin | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CECIL FLOYD ELEM. Joplin | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MARTIN LUTHER SCHOOL Joplin | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| STAPLETON ELEM. Joplin | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ROYAL HEIGHTS ELEM. Joplin | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EASTMORLAND ELEM. Joplin | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Joplin | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Joplin | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| COLLEGE VIEW SCHOOL Joplin | 3.2 mi | — |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Joplin | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| EAST MIDDLE Joplin | 3.9 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,360
Median Home Value
$176,100
Median Rent
$884/mo
Population
36,398
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERMITAGE MIDDLE Hermitage, MO | 7.5 |
| LOYOLA ACADEMY OF ST LOUIS St. Louis, MO | 7.4 |
| MARIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.7 |
| LIBERAL MIDDLE Liberal, MO | 7.9 |
| Carnahan Middle St. Louis, MO | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peters Middle School
What grades does St Peters Middle School serve?
St Peters Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend St Peters Middle School?
St Peters Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peters Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peters Middle School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peters Middle School rank in MO?
St Peters Middle School ranks #62 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Peters Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peters Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peters Middle School a private school?
Yes, St Peters Middle 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 Peters Middle School a religious school?
St Peters Middle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Jasper County
- Phone
- (417) 624-9320
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