Community School is a private academic institution serving children ages 3 through sixth grade. With an enrollment of 344 students, the school offers a low student-teacher ratio of 7:1, which allows for personalized attention in the classrooms.
Curriculum at Community School encompasses math, science, technology, language arts, social studies, foreign language, physical education, and visual and performing arts. Music, art, band, drama, and woodshop programs complement these core academic subjects and offer enrichment experiences for Community School students.
Beyond the school day, learning and enrichment continues with after school programs and athletics. More than 80 percent of the student body participates in one or more of these programs, including extended day, mini classes, and homework club. Opportunities continue into the summer, with summer camps for children in Pre-K through eighth grade.
For athletic opportunities, Community School offers basketball, track and field, volleyball, and cross country for third through sixth grades. Parents organize additional teams for the younger students.
Community School’s picturesque 18-acre campus offers an inviting setting for these academic and extracurricular pursuits. Featuring trails, woods, a pond, a treehouse, playing fields, a butterfly garden, and outdoor learning centers, the campus provides opportunities for exploration and enhanced learning experiences.
Community’s student test scores are above national and independent school averages, with 42 percent above national norms and 11 percent above gifted suburban public-school students. Students are selected for admission to this rigorous program based on academic performance and character, ascertained through screening and interviews.
With an enriched academic environment and emphasis on character development and service learning, the school has earned a Niche A+ rating.
Community School
Private Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
900 Lay Road St,
Saint Louis, MO
343
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Robert Cooke
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Annual Tuition
$25,200
Niche Grade
A+
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
52
Full Time Teachers
52
Part Time Teachers
0
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
White
66.6%
Two or more races
11.6%
Black
9.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.2%
Hispanic
2.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/1/2023
Community School is a very special place! You will find an academically rigorous institution that also has a passion for nurturing kindness in children. It is located on a beautiful campus which provides children with a love of the outdoors.
7/28/2023
Community started out as a school I have loved to teach at and now has also become the school that my children love to attend. We love the family feel and all of the fun and learning that happens in the classroom each day. My children love going to school just as much as I love coming to work.
7/26/2023
We have had a fantastic experience at Community. My children have very different personalities and the school has been great with pairing them with older students and faculty who would best fit. The education and campus have exceeded our expectations.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/29/2018
After touring 9 (yes, 9) independent schools in the St. Louis area, Community School was hands down the best school for our daughter. They truly "actively" value the holistic growth of a child (academically, socially, mentally, and their unique personalities and talents). They are personable and tak...
10/28/2016
This is a special place. I have three wildly different children at the school and each one is excited to go school each morning. The teachers really “get” each of my kids and how best to inspire them. Our children are encouraged to take risks and try new things, which has led to each of my children...
9/27/2016
Community School is in a league of it's own. Through the arts, foreign language, public speaking, music, outdoor exploration, and hands on learning in all areas, children thrive and grow to their fullest potential. The dedicated, passionate teachers at Community School make the magic happen each and...
4/28/2012
Community School is just about perfect. Challenging academics in a wonderfully nurturing environment. A great place for kids!
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Map
About Ladue
List Price Range
$151K - $2.4M
Homes For Sale
12
Average Home Value
$1,323,191
Median Lot Size
30,491 Sq Ft
% Renters
4%
Household Income
$229,923
% of College Grads
84.6%
Median Age
46
Average House Size
3,638 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
13.4%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,792 - $4,529 per month
- Bemiston Place Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 602+ Sq Ft
- 9 N Bemiston Ave
- Clayton, MO
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Parks in this Area
Dr. H. Phillip Venable Memorial Park
Royal Oaks Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Tilles Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Oak Haven Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Anderson Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
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