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#87 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 22% of private schools

The King's Academy

Elementary School

1700 BAGNELL DAM BLVD, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Private

Enrollment

98

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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The King's Academy

7.3/10

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

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3.7/10

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About The King's Academy

The King's Academy is a private elementary school in Lake Ozark, MO. The King's Academy serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The King's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares0.9 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 98 students, The King's Academy 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, The King's Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The King's Academy 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

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How The King's Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Lake Ozark, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
98
This School
vs
250
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.7% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
Asian 1% vs 0%
The King's Academy Lake Ozark Public Avg

All Schools in Lake Ozark

School Rating
The King's Academy (this school) 7.3
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER 3.7
HERITAGE ELEMENTARY 6.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,238.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Enrollment 98
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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 86.7%
Two or More 11.2%
Black 1.0%
Asian 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1700 BAGNELL DAM BLVD, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The King's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OSAGE BEACH ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Osage Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is HURRICANE DECK ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Sunrise Beach), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Camdenton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Ozark, see our Lake Ozark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.1 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Lake Ozark 0.1 mi 3.7
HERITAGE ELEMENTARY Lake Ozark 0.3 mi 6.4
OSAGE MIDDLE Osage Beach 4.4 mi 7.1
OSAGE HIGH Osage Beach 4.4 mi 5.9
OSAGE UPPER ELEM. Osage Beach 4.5 mi 5.0
OSAGE BEACH ELEMENTARY Osage Beach 4.9 mi 8.8
HURRICANE DECK ELEMENTARY Sunrise Beach 8.3 mi 6.8
SOUTH ELEM. Eldon 10.5 mi 6.5
ELDON UPPER ELEM. Eldon 10.5 mi 4.4
ELDON HIGH Eldon 11.1 mi 7.2
DOGWOOD HILLS SCHOOL Eldon 11.2 mi
ELDON MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE Eldon 11.6 mi
ELDON MIDDLE Eldon 12.1 mi 7.0
MILLER CO. ELEM. Tuscumbia 10.4 mi 5.8
TUSCUMBIA HIGH Tuscumbia 10.4 mi 6.0
Little Tigers Learning Center Versailles 11.6 mi
CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton 13.5 mi 7.7
OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Camdenton 13.8 mi 7.7
HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton 14.0 mi 6.0
DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY Camdenton 14.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,601

Median Home Value

$354,200

Median Rent

$895/mo

Population

6,931

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

49.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
HIGH POINT ELEM. High Point, MO 7.3
HUMANSVILLE ELEM. Humansville, MO 7.3
HURLEY ELEM. Hurley, MO 7.3
LYNWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape Girardeau, MO 7.3
ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Joplin, MO 7.3
ST. ELIZABETH ELEM. St. Elizabeth, MO 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The King's Academy

What grades does The King's Academy serve?

The King's Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The King's Academy?

The King's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The King's Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The King's Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The King's Academy rank in MO?

The King's Academy ranks #87 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is The King's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The King's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The King's Academy a private school?

Yes, The King's Academy 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 The King's Academy a religious school?

The King's Academy has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
98
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Camden County

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