Private Schools in Centertown, Missouri

Thomas Jefferson School is a highly selective co-educational boarding and day school serving students from the broader Missouri region. Known for its rigorous academic curriculum and exceptional college placement record, the school offers small class sizes with a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. The campus features modern academic facilities, athletic complexes, and arts centers. With a strong emphasis on critical thinking and character development, TJ consistently ranks among Missouri's top private schools with graduates attending Ivy League and top-tier universities.

Columbia Independent School serves students from across Central Missouri with a comprehensive Pre-K through 12th grade program. As an International Baccalaureate World School, CIS offers both the Primary Years and Diploma Programs. The school features state-of-the-art science labs, performing arts spaces, and athletic facilities. With an average class size of 14 students, the school provides personalized attention and has a 100% college acceptance rate. The diverse student body comes from multiple counties throughout the region.

Immaculate Conception School provides Catholic education to students from preschool through 8th grade, serving families throughout Central Missouri. The school combines strong academic fundamentals with character formation in a faith-based environment. Facilities include modern classrooms, science labs, a dedicated art room, and gymnasium. The school offers comprehensive extracurricular programs including sports, music, and community service opportunities. With small class sizes and dedicated faculty, ICS maintains strong academic outcomes and high parent satisfaction.