St. Anthony's school has served the faith community in High Ridge since 1947.
It continually strives to be an authentic P.S.R. of the teaching ministry of the Church to children, Pre-school through Eighth grade.
Fully accredited and a member of the National Catholic Educational Association, our lay faculty and staff guided by our Principal, Pat Kohn, endeavors to employ sound innovative educational programs and strategies to nurture and promote growth in all areas of childhood development.
As partners with parents and /or guardians, we believe that each child is a unique person with individual gifts and talents and must be treated as such.
Genuine concern, cooperation, and communication are requisite of all involved in this important Catholic endeavor.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
131 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Anthony's school has served the faith community in High Ridge since 1947. It continually strives to be an authentic P.S.R. of the teaching ministry of the Church to children, Pre-school through Eighth grade. Fully accredited and a member of the National Catholic Educational Association, our lay faculty and staff guided by our Principal, Pat Kohn, endeavors to employ sound innovative educational programs and strategies to nurture and promote growth in all areas of childhood development. As partners with parents and /or guardians, we believe that each child is a unique person with individual gifts and talents and must be treated as such. Genuine concern, cooperation, and communication are requisite of all involved in this important Catholic endeavor.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Anthony School?
The application deadline for St. Anthony School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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