Catholic high school
Academy of St. Louis
- LocationManchester, MO
- Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 1–12 · 36 students
The Academy of St. Louis is a Catholic school for students in kindergarten through grade 12 with learning disabilities, in Manchester, Missouri. Its curriculum page describes religion courses that include attending weekly Mass, completing service projects, and preparation for the sacraments.
Catholic churches nearby
- Saint Joseph Parish in Manchester — 0.1 mi · 567 Saint Joseph Lane, Manchester
- Christ, Prince of Peace Church — 1.6 mi · 415 Weidman Road
- Holy Infant Catholic Church — 2.0 mi
- Sacred Heart Catholic Church — 2.9 mi · 17 Ann Avenue, Valley Park
Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.
Faith scorecard
Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.
Sacramental life
Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.All-school or class Masses during the school yearWeekly (The curriculum page says the religion courses include attending weekly Mass.)
Sources (1)
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
“Our Religion Courses promote understanding of the Catholic Faith and the love of God, others, and oneself. This instruction includes attending weekly Mass, completing service projects, and the opportunity to partake in the Sacraments.”
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest
Sources (1)
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
“Our Religion Courses promote understanding of the Catholic Faith and the love of God, others, and oneself. This instruction includes attending weekly Mass, completing service projects, and the opportunity to partake in the Sacraments.”
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
Theology and curriculum
Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Years of theology or religion requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Campus culture
Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.RetreatsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Campus ministry staffNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Faith-based student groups or clubsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Service and Catholic social teaching
Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Required service hoursFewer than 40 hours (Service projects are part of the required religion courses.)
Sources (1)
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
“Our Religion Courses promote understanding of the Catholic Faith and the love of God, others, and oneself. This instruction includes attending weekly Mass, completing service projects, and the opportunity to partake in the Sacraments.”
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
- Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.
Strengths
- The religion courses are described as including weekly Mass, service projects, and sacrament preparation.
Sources (1)
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
“Our Religion Courses promote understanding of the Catholic Faith and the love of God, others, and oneself. This instruction includes attending weekly Mass, completing service projects, and the opportunity to partake in the Sacraments.”
- Curriculum | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/admissions/st-louis-school-learning-disabilities · verified Oct. 13, 2026
Concerns
- Not confirmed: a priest named as chaplain, campus Mass times, confession, adoration, or retreats.
Sources (1)
- About Us | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/about-us · verified Oct. 13, 2026
“The Academy of St. Louis is a fully-accredited Catholic school assisting K-12th grade students with cognitive disabilities”
- About Us | Academy of St. Louisacadstl.org/about-us · verified Oct. 13, 2026
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Catholic clubs and student life
2 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 0 off campus, 2 location not published
Faith formation 1
- Sacrament preparationStudents have the opportunity to prepare for the Holy Sacraments.
Service 1
- Religion course service projectsService projects are part of the religion courses.
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Academic Excellence
Each measure counts for the share shown.
- Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.0%
- Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.5.7 to 1
Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.
Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)
School facts
| Type | Independent Catholic school |
|---|---|
| Diocese | Archdiocese of St. Louis, MO |
| Grades | 1–12 |
| Students (all grades) | 36 |
| Students in grades 9–12 | 13 |
| Coed or single-sex | Coed |
| Student–teacher ratio | 5.7 to 1 |
| Graduates going to 4-year colleges | 0% |
| Setting | Suburb |
Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.
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Local Church
The Most Reverend Mitchell T. Rozanski, Archbishop of St. Louis
Formal address: “Your Excellency”
Source: archstl.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.
About this school’s data
- NCES school ID A2370784
- 505 St. Joseph Ln, Manchester, MO 63021
- (636) 534-5099
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- Is Academy of St. Louis a Catholic high school?
- Yes. Academy of St. Louis is a Catholic high school in the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
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