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#263 of 399 private schools in MO

St Thomas the Apostle School

Elementary School

14830 ROUTE B, Saint Thomas, MO 65076

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Thomas the Apostle School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Saint Thomas · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About St Thomas the Apostle School

St Thomas the Apostle School is a private elementary school in Saint Thomas, MO. St Thomas the Apostle School serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares0.5 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, St Thomas the Apostle 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.

St Thomas the Apostle 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.

St Thomas the Apostle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,347.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 5%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 72
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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 97.2%
Two or More 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14830 ROUTE B, Saint Thomas, MO 65076

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Thomas the Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EUGENE ELEM. (rated 8.7/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Eugene), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLAIR OAKS ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Jefferson City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Thomas, see our Saint Thomas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.0 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City 6.7 mi 5.3
ST. ELIZABETH ELEM. St. Elizabeth 8.2 mi 7.3
ST. ELIZABETH HIGH St. Elizabeth 8.2 mi 7.3
ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Jefferson City 8.7 mi 5.7
BLAIR OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Jefferson City 8.9 mi 4.9
BLAIR OAKS HIGH Jefferson City 8.9 mi 5.1
BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City 9.0 mi 8.5
BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE Jefferson City 9.0 mi 4.7
OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS SCHOOL Eugene 8.6 mi 5.5
CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City 11.7 mi 6.4
EUGENE ELEM. Eugene 9.8 mi 8.7
EUGENE HIGH Eugene 9.8 mi 4.9
MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City 13.0 mi 4.2
CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City 13.6 mi 7.6
CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City 13.6 mi 5.4
JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City 13.7 mi 6.8
MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City 13.7 mi
THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City 13.8 mi 8.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City 13.9 mi 5.3
HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City 14.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,519

Median Home Value

$185,000

Median Rent

$950/mo

Population

622

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

79.2%

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

40.1

Similar Schools

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

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BELLEVIEW ELEM. Belleview, MO 5.9
MC CARTAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL Marceline, MO 5.9
SOUTHWEST LIVINGSTON CO R-1 EL Ludlow, MO 5.9
CALHOUN ELEM. Calhoun, MO 6.0
COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia, MO 5.8
GILMAN CITY ELEM. Gilman City, MO 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Thomas the Apostle School

What grades does St Thomas the Apostle School serve?

St Thomas the Apostle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Thomas the Apostle School?

St Thomas the Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Thomas the Apostle School rank in MO?

St Thomas the Apostle School ranks #263 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is St Thomas the Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Thomas the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Thomas the Apostle School a private school?

Yes, St Thomas the Apostle 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 Thomas the Apostle School a religious school?

St Thomas the Apostle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Cole County

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