2020 Best Private Schools in the Columbia, MO AreaAbout this List

Columbia Independent School

• Private School
• Columbia, MO
• PK, K-12
• 29 reviews

Sophomore: I have been a student at CIS since I was in kindergarten, and although there are definitely some things that could be changed, it is overall an incredibly inclusive and growth-oriented environment. The opportunities presented are incredible, especially considering the size of the school. The class sizes are small, especially in the high school, but the teachers are always there for you, and the interaction between faculty and staff is unique and completely worth the tuition!
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• A+

• 370 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fr. Tolton Catholic High School

• Private School
• Columbia, MO
• 9-12
• 25 reviews

Alum: I loved my time at Tolton Catholic. I enjoyed my social life and athletics very much! However, the academics were incomparable to my previous school in Kentucky. Most of my classes did not prepare me for college.
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• A

• 247 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Christian Fellowship School

• Private School
• Columbia, MO
• PK, K-12
• 28 reviews

Parent: We love this school! Our kids are thriving in the small class environment where they get the required attention to grow both academically and in developing positive character traits. We are so glad we made this choice. The teachers are awesome, the environment is so positive and loving, like a healthy family environment. It is not one of those tiny private schools where they have no students or activities, they have a great sports program and plenty of fine arts opportunities. Plus the high school is also able to take advantage of the Career Center in Columbia as well. It is the best of both worlds! Even though our kids are 5 school years apart, they attend the same building from Pre-K to 12th grade. This was a nice bonus for us as well. If you're looking for a great school with top notch academics to send your kids to, definitely check this out!
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• A-

• 316 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Helias Catholic High School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• 9-12
• 126 reviews

Senior: I gave Helias Catholic High School a five out of five stars because the school gives students many opportunities to thrive. There are many opportunities in which one gets the chance to help others through volunteering. The building is updated with a new science wing and football stadium, allowing those interested in each field to do what they love. I did not give Helias Catholic High School five out of five stars because there are places where the administration could improve. The education at Helias Catholic Highschool helped me to feel prepared for college. Overall my experience at Helias High School has positively shaped my future.
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• A-

• 680 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mizzou K-12 Online

• Private School
• Columbia, MO
• 6-12
• 2 reviews

• A-

• 1,629 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Heritage Academy

• Private School
• Columbia, MO
• K-12
• 24 reviews

Alum: I attended Heritage Academy from 2008 to 2012 (8th grade to graduation), and looking back at my time there it has been one of the best decisions my parents ever made to have me go there. Heritage was a challenging yet fun atmosphere where I was blessed by having amazing teachers throughout my time there who taught a Christian worldview through every subject. My time at Heritage also served to prepare me for a rigorous college experience. Currently working at my Alma mater at Central Methodist University, I see a lot of freshmen who enter their first year and have a tough time transitioning to the college setting. When I first came to CMU, it just felt like another semester because I was prepared for what a classwork felt like and what was expected of me. This is what makes Heritage unique. It's essentially a college liberal arts education and puts students in a position to succeed at a high level after high school. I wouldn't trade my experience there for anything.
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• B+

• 70 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Calvary Lutheran High School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• 9-12
• 11 reviews

Senior: At Calvary we are a family! Teachers and administration try very hard to work with us students when we are struggling academically, socially, or any other way. I do wish that Calvary was a bit more diverse. Everyone is very conservative, so that makes it difficult to gain real world experience - where everyone has different opinions.
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• B+

• 131 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lighthouse Preparatory Academy

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• 6-12
• 3 reviews

Middle School Student: I love Lighthouse! This is my first year being there but I would say it is an AMAZING Christian private school. Kids are nice and no bulling happens.
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• B

• 131 Students
• — Student-Teacher Ratio

Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School

• Private School
• Columbia, MO
• K-8
• 2 reviews

• NG

• 626 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Joseph Cathedral School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 460 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Peter Interparish Catholic School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 453 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Immaculate Conception School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• PK, K-8
• 3 reviews

Parent: I have enjoyed watching our 3 year old grow during her first year at IC preschool! We are very fortunate to have a school like IC where our children can grow academically, spiritually, and socially. The teachers are wonderful and truly care about their students. IC is affordable, safe, and has incredible community support.
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• NG

• 330 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Trinity Lutheran School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• K-8

• NG

• 313 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Joseph Catholic School

• Private School
• Westphalia, MO
• K-8

• NG

• 216 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Martin Elementary School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 212 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Stanislaus School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 197 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ss. Peter & Paul School

• Private School
• Boonville, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 196 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Francis Xavier School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• K-8

• NG

• 186 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Christian Chapel Academy

• Private School
• Columbia, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 145 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Immaculate Conception School

• Private School
• Loose Creek, MO
• K-8

• NG

• 131 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kingdom Christian Academy

• Private School
• Fulton, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 131 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Immanuel Lutheran School

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 123 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Peter Catholic School

• Private School
• Fulton, MO
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 83 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

River Oak Christian Academy

• Private School
• Jefferson City, MO
• PK, K-5

• NG

• 81 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Thomas the Apostle School

• Private School
• Saint Thomas, MO
• K-8

• NG

• 77 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio