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Principia School
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  • Private, Boarding, Christian (General)
  • SAINT LOUIS, MO

Monthly Update

11.30.2023

Join us for our upcoming Visiting Monday on February 5 to learn more about our innovative programs for preschool–grade 12. Learn More

Report Card

grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A
  2. Diversity
    grade A minus
  3. Teachers
    grade A minus
  4. College Prep
    grade A
  5. Clubs & Activities
    grade A+
  6. Sports
    grade A

About

Applying

Application Deadline
June 20
Application Fee
$50
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
SSAT

Tuition

Yearly Tuition
$23,000
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
$42,800
Received Financial Aid
53%
Average Financial Aid
$13,190
From Principia School

Principia School is an independent, co-educational college preparatory school offering innovative programs for preschool–grade 12. Principia is grounded on the teachings of Christian Science, a worldwide Christian denomination based on the Bible and teachings of Jesus Christ. The School welcomes students from all faith backgrounds.

Through an integrated curriculum defined by rigor and opportunity, students learn to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Our hands-on approach develops critical and creative thinkers who can address relevant, global challenges through effective problem solving.

Our beautiful 350-acre campus offers an immersive and unique educational experience with beautiful indoor and outdoor learning spaces as well as state-of-the-art athletic facilities and fields. Principia’s loving and supportive community and character curriculum enable students to discover how living the values that uplift can improve the world around them.

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Principia School Rankings

Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1200
85 responses
Average ACT
27
16 responses

Purposeful Travel is a Powerful Teaching Tool

academic spotlight

All students in grades 5 through 12 travel beyond campus borders for educational trips supporting classroom learning, character development, service activities, and projects. This experiential learning includes local destinations and opportunities to travel on 9 domestic and 6 international trips, including Israel, Greece, Spain, Taiwan, South Africa, and the Dominican Republic.

Culture & Safety

Poll
84%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 19 responses
Poll
74%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 19 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 63 responses
  • Ice breaker, lock in, senior retreat
    22%
  • Big Bash
    14%
  • Homecoming
    14%
  • Arts performances
    11%
  • Spirit Week
    11%
  • International Dance
    10%
  • Chapel
    5%

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Boarding

Students Boarding
24%
Boarding Days Per Week
5-day, 7-day
Top Countries
Australia, Germany, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria
International Boarding Students
37%

Students

Diversity
grade A minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
477
55%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 20 responses
75%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 20 responses
80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 20 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost
$12,660
Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Starting Age
3 years
Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
No data available  
Schedule Options
  • Offers Full Week
    Yes
  • Offers Part Week
    Yes
  • Offers Full Day
    Yes
  • Offers Part Day
    Yes

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National
17:1
Poll
67%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 21 responses
Poll
90%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 21 responses
Poll
71%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 21 responses

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Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
60%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 15 responses
67%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 15 responses
60%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 15 responses

Principia School Reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5  135 reviews
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