Whetstone Christian Academy in Mountain Grove, MO serves 29 co–ed students from preschool through 12th grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1905, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 3 full–time teachers onsite.
The school offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and follows the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum with a Baptist religious affiliation.
Annual tuition is $25,000 for the comprehensive PK–12 program. Whetstone Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for school history and resources.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
29 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Whetstone Christian Academy often compared to?
Whetstone Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Grove Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Whetstone Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Whetstone Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 1/18/2025
This school has a high academic standing. Former students who were low on reading/language skills when they went to a local college tested higher than their public school counterparts. They have music, art, and sports programs as attendance allows.
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