St. Therese School is a ministry of the parish to promote student's moral and intellectual development within a caring community in the Catholic tradition.
St. Therese School is a Catholic Elementary School dedicated to educating young Christians and instilling in them the message of the Gospels.
The purpose of these regulations and guidelines is to outline the basic directions necessary to insure good organization and order within our school community.
We hope that this will be a handy reference for you during the school year.
The cooperation of the administration, faculty, students and parents is necessary as we work to achieve our mission and goals for each school year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MO School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Therese School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
536 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspiring lives of intentional faith
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Therese School's ranking?
St. Therese School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Therese School?
The application deadline for St. Therese School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to St. Therese School is Clay-Platte Montessori School (3.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Parkway Montessori (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Christ Lutheran Pre-Kindergarten (0.1 miles away)
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Montessori School
5901 NW Waukomis Drive
Kansas City, MO 64151
(816) 741-6940
Kansas City, MO 64151
(816) 741-6940
3.3 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 129 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Martin Luther Academy ![Martin Luther Academy Photo]( "Martin Luther Academy Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7112 N. Overland Drive
Kansas City, MO 64151
(816) 734-1060
Kansas City, MO 64151
(816) 734-1060
2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 144 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10500 N. Trailblazer Drive
Kansas City, MO 64155
(816) 548-2222
Kansas City, MO 64155
(816) 548-2222
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Gr: PK-12 | 573 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Pius X High School ![St. Pius X High School Photo]( "St. Pius X High School Photo")
(Catholic)
1500 NE 42nd Ter
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 453-3450
Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 453-3450
6.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 341 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
Eagle Heights Christian School
(Baptist)
5600 N Brighton Ave
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 454-7410
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 454-7410
7.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 64 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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