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Independent Grades 7–12

John Burroughs School Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $27,000/year119% above national avg . Located in St. Louis, Missouri.

$27,000
Annual Tuition
$2,250
Per Month
640
Enrolled Students
$448,924
K–12 Total Est.

How John Burroughs School Compares

John Burroughs School $27,000/yr
Missouri Average $8,750/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

John Burroughs School tuition is 209% above Missouri avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Reported school tuition.
$27,000/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $27,000/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at John Burroughs School would cost approximately:

$448,924

Estimate assumes 13 years (K–12) at 4% annual increase. Actual costs vary — contact the school for current rates. Use our calculator for your state's average →

School Information

Location
St. Louis, MO
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
7–12
Enrollment
640 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does John Burroughs School tuition cost?

John Burroughs School charges $27,000/year in 2026 — 119% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in St. Louis, Missouri. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending John Burroughs School from K–12?

At the current tuition of $27,000/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for John Burroughs School is approximately $448,924. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does John Burroughs School tuition compare to other Missouri private schools?

John Burroughs School's tuition of $27,000/year is $18,250 above the Missouri private school average of $8,750/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in Missouri.

Does John Burroughs School offer financial aid?

Most private schools, including independent private schools, offer need-based financial aid. Nationally, about 27% of private school students receive aid averaging 48% of tuition. Contact John Burroughs School's admissions office directly for current aid availability and application requirements.

Tuition data sourced from the NCES Private School Universe Survey 2021–22. Figures represent reported or estimated annual tuition. Actual costs may vary — contact the school directly for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information. Data last updated March 2026.