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Photo: Baseball 2026
Since 1884, the mission of the school remains "to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character." -
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Since 1884, the mission of the school remains "to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character." -
Photo: Soil Science 2026
Since 1884, the mission of the school remains "to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character." -
Photo: LS Science Fair
Since 1884, the mission of the school remains "to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character." -
Photo: Girls Soccer 2026
Since 1884, the mission of the school remains "to promote sound scholarship and to give symmetrical development to mind, body and character."
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Early Childhood
Preschool Prep, Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten
Barstow builds a bridge from your home to our classrooms. -
Lower School
Grades 1 - 5 -
Middle & Upper School
Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12
Why Choose Barstow?
What Sets Us Apart
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Quality Curriculum
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Innovation
From our founding in 1884 as a college prep school for girls to a leader in responsible AI use, we've always been forward thinking. -
Community
A single campus for preschool through grade 12 keeps students, families, faculty and staff connected. Together, we support students in the classroom, on stage and on athletic fields.
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Where You Belong
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Innovative, Inclusive, Connected
Barstow at a Glance
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RAIL
33%
average # of students receiving financial assistance
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64%
of faculty and administration hold advanced degrees, including 7 PhDs
792
Opening 2025-2026 enrollment
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72
ZIP codes in Kansas and Missouri represented in student body
10:1
Student-teacher ratio
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Top Ranked
Named a Best Private School, Private High School and College Prep School by Niche.com, 2025 & 2026
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Recipients of the Congressional Award Gold Medal, 2020-2025
1884
Founded by Mary Barstow and Ada Brann
The oldest independent school west of the Mississippi
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National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists and Commended Students in the Class of 2026.
Important Dates
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Debate Awards Night
Tournament, dinner & awards
Barstow Blog
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A Year of Momentum
Read MoreThe 2025–2026 school year has been defined by purpose, progress, and a deep sense of community at The Barstow School. As one of the best independent schools in the Kansas City region, we continue to deliver an educational experience that is both innovative and grounded in our commitment to every student’s growth.
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