For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 284 students in Cooper County, MO.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Cooper County, MO include Zion Lutheran School and St. Joseph Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Missouri private elementary school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private elementary schools in Cooper County, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top Ranked Cooper County ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Joseph Elementary School
(Catholic)
405 Harris St
Pilot Grove, MO 65276
(660) 834-5600
Pilot Grove, MO 65276
(660) 834-5600
Gr: PK-8 | 85 students
Zion Lutheran School![Zion Lutheran School Photo]( "Zion Lutheran School Photo")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
17291 Lone Elm Rd
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 838-6307
Bunceton, MO 65237
(660) 838-6307
Gr: 1-8 | 23 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ss Peter & Paul School
(Catholic)
502 7th St
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-2589
Boonville, MO 65233
(660) 882-2589
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Cooper County, MO?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Cooper County, MO include Zion Lutheran School and St. Joseph Elementary School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Cooper County?
3 private elementary schools are located in Cooper County.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Cooper County?
100% of private elementary schools in Cooper County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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