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St. Teresa's Academy

St. Teresa's Academy is the oldest school, women's and Catholic institution in Kansas City.

The school was founded and is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet who, since their founding in the 17th century in France, have been in the forefront of preparing young women for the future.

Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 598 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Teresa's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Independent Private Schools Association

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

598 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

53 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

St. Teresa's Academy is the oldest school, women's and Catholic institution in Kansas City. The school was founded and is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet who, since their founding in the 17th century in France, have been in the forefront of preparing young women for the future.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is St. Teresa's Academy's ranking?

St. Teresa's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Teresa's Academy?

The application deadline for St. Teresa's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Teresa's Academy located?

St. Teresa's Academy is located in the Countryside neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.

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Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked MO School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 598 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Kansas City, MO is $9,980 for elementary schools and $12,026 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Kansas City, MO is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).