St. Paul's Episcopal Day School Photo - St. Paul's encourages social-emotional growth, character development, and leadership in all of our students as we provide one of the top academic educations in Kansas City.

Most Selective Private Preschools in Missouri

The average private preschool acceptance rate in Missouri is 89% per year (2024-25).
The most selective school in Missouri is City Academy, with an acceptance rate of 28%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 28% 95% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 81%

Most Selective Private Preschools in Missouri (2024-25)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
City Academy
City Academy Photo
Acceptance Rate: 28%
Grades: PK-6
4175 N Kingshighway Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63115
(314) 382-0085
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Acceptance Rate: 28%
Grades: PK-12
3401 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 781-5124
Rank: #33.
A Growing Place Montessori School
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 40%
Grades: PK-K
7001 Forsyth Boulevard
Saint Louis, MO 63105
(131) 435-1854
Acceptance Rate: 55%
Grades: PK-12
101 North Warson Road
Saint Louis, MO 63124
(314) 995-7367
Rank: #55.
New City School
New City School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: NS-6
5209 Waterman Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 361-6411
Rank: #66.
St. Paul's Episcopal Day School
St. Paul's Episcopal Day School Photo - St. Paul's encourages social-emotional growth, character development, and leadership in all of our students as we provide one of the top academic educations in Kansas City.
(Episcopal)
(9)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-8
4041 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 931-8614
Rank: #77.
Twin City Christian Academy
Twin City Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: PK-11
723 Horine Rd
Festus, MO 63028
(636) 937-9664
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Asa Christian Academy
Asa Christian Academy Photo - Welcome To ASA
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-K
8390 Latty Ave
Hazelwood, MO 63042
(314) 524-4272
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Grace Chapel Lutheran School
Grace Chapel Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-8
10015 Lance Dr
Saint Louis, MO 63137
(314) 867-6564
Rank: #1010.
The Wilson School
The Wilson School Photo - Since 1913, The Wilson School has excelled in reaching every student. Children thrive in deliberately small classes, with two full-time teachers in every grade. Wilson`s size, community, and innovation mean we can offer an excellent education, no matter the circumstances.
(5)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-6
400 De Mun Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
(314) 725-4999
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Heart Of America Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-12
7600 Blue Ridge
Kansas City, MO 64138
(816) 356-6380
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Oakhill Day School
Oakhill Day School Photo
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
7019 North Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64118
(816) 436-6228
Rank: #11 - 1311. - 13.
Rohan Woods School
Rohan Woods School Photo - Our Early Childhood class (Age 2) watches as Ms. Sullivan creates the colors in the book they are reading-- MOUSE PAINT. "It was magic, one little kiddo said as red and blue made purple!"
(8)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-6
1515 Bennett Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 821-6270
Rank: #1414.
Christian Academy Of Greater St. Louis
Christian Academy Of Greater St. Louis Photo
(Church of Christ)
(8)
Acceptance Rate: 89%
Grades: PK-12
11050 North Warson Road
Saint Louis, MO 63114
(314) 429-7070
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Chesterfield Montessori School
Chesterfield Montessori School Photo - Exterior
Montessori School
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-6
14000 Ladue Road
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 469-7150
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Child Of God Lutheran School
Child Of God Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-8
650 Salt Lick Rd
Saint Peters, MO 63376
(636) 970-7080
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Christian Fellowship School
Christian Fellowship School Photo - One of our favorite traditions is the elementary Christmas program.
(Christian)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
4600 Christian Fellowship Rd
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-8565
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
The Freedom School
The Freedom School Photo - To love one another.
(Presbyterian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
1483 82nd Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63132
(314) 432-7396
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Lynwood Christian Academy
(Baptist)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
2935 Lynwood Hills Dr
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
(573) 335-8333
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Messiah Lutheran School
Messiah Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(10)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-8
5911 MO-94
Saint Charles, MO 63304
(636) 329-1096
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Montessori Lab School at Grand Center
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-6
3854 Washington Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO 63108
(314) 833-5330
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
New Heights Christian Academy
New Heights Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-12
4311 Newman Rd
Joplin, MO 64801
(417) 782-4114
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
New Life Academy - St Louis
New Life Academy - St Louis Photo
(Pentecostal)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
11570 Mark Twain Ln
Bridgeton, MO 63044
(314) 291-4181
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Our Lady Of The Pillar School
(Catholic)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-7
403 S. Lindbergh Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63131
(314) 993-3353
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Sacred Heart School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
111 N 8th St
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
(573) 785-5836
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
St. Paul Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
608 E Columbia St
Farmington, MO 63640
(573) 756-5147
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Springfield Lutheran School
Springfield Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-8
2852 S Dayton Ave
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 883-5717
Rank: #15 - 2815. - 28.
Washington Montessori School
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-K
210 High St
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 239-5144
Rank: #29 - 4329. - 43.
Andrews Academy
Andrews Academy Photo
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: PK-6
888 North Mason Road
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 878-1883
Rank: #29 - 4329. - 43.
Christ Community Lutheran School
Christ Community Lutheran School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: NS-8
110 W Woodbine Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 822-7774
Rank: #29 - 4329. - 43.
Christian School District
Christian School District Photo
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: PK-12
1145 Tom Ginnever Ave
O Fallon, MO 63366
(636) 978-1680
Rank: #29 - 4329. - 43.
Clay-Platte Montessori School
Clay-Platte Montessori School Photo
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: NS-12
5901 NW Waukomis Drive
Kansas City, MO 64151
(816) 741-6940
Rank: #29 - 4329. - 43.
DaySpring Arts & Education
DaySpring Arts & Education Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: PK-12
2500 Metro Blvd.
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
(314) 291-8878
Rank: #29 - 4329. - 43.
Immanuel Lutheran School - Olivette
Immanuel Lutheran School - Olivette Photo - Our Core Values and how they intertwine with our Mission and Vision as a Christian school.
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: NS-8
9733 Olive Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63132
(314) 993-5004
Rank: #29 - 4329. - 43.
Northland Christian Education System
Northland Christian Education System Photo - Middle School Science Class
(Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Grades: NS-12
10500 N. Trailblazer Drive
Kansas City, MO 64155
(816) 548-2222
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Missouri average private preschools acceptance rate?
The Missouri average private preschools acceptance rate is 89% for 2024-25.
What are the most selective private preschools in Missouri?
The top ranked private preschools in Missouri include City Academy, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School and A Growing Place Montessori School.

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