Saint Louis, MO · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
7825 Big Bend Blvd, 63119 · (314) 910-1778
Enrollment
199
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$18,290–$27,020
Application fee
$65
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Tuition by division
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Head of school
Carl Pelofsky
Head of School
Carl brings more than 20 years of independent school leadership to this role, and joined The College School as Head of School in 2018. He earned his BA from Harvard University, MA from the University of Missouri-KC, and Ed. Specialist degree from the University of Missouri.
Curriculum & special classes
The school is a co-ed, independent school serving children in Preschool through Eighth Grade, with a commitment to academic excellence and outdoor education. It emphasizes experiential learning, bridging the gap between theory and practice, and fostering critical thinking.
Financial aid
The Tuition Assistance Program offers need-based financial aid, with awards ranging from 10% to 50% of tuition, and 42% of enrolled students receive aid. An application for tuition assistance needs to be resubmitted each year.
Application fee: $65
Before & after school care
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Admissions
The admissions process involves visiting the school (personal tour or admissions event), submitting an online application, and an applicant visit to the school. The school is currently accepting applications for certain grade levels for the 2026-2027 school year.
Apply by
January 29, 2027 (for the 2027-2028 school year)
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$65
What they ask for: Visit the school (tour or event), online application with an $85 non-refundable fee, applicant visit to the school, and transcripts (for 2nd-7th grades).
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