Our mission is to assist parents in the formation of their children as disciples of Jesus Christ through spiritual, moral, and academic development in order to become faithful Christians living a holy and virtuous life.

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Schools is located east of Boonville’s Main Street in a quiet residential neighborhood. The school is blessed with plenty of outdoor space with a small park across 7^th Street.

The parish school was established between 1851 and 1856 and in 1910 came under the direction of the Sisters of St. Francis of Milwaukee. The original school stood behind the present rectory, which the parish office building now stands. Lay teachers taught the first 25 years and then the Sisters of St. Francis of Milwaukee arrived in 1885. The old school became overcrowded by 1923.

In 1925, at the same time, the main building of the current school was being completed at a cost of $80,000, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Concordia, Kansas assumed the direction of the school. The Sisters of St. Joseph maintained a significant presence in the school until the 1980s. Lay faculty now serve the school, some of which were benefactors of the direction provided by the sisters.

The school graduated its first senior class of six in 1929. In total, 292 students graduated from the high school until its closing in 1969. Since then the elementary school has continued to educate children of parish families and those families in the larger community desiring a faith-based education for their children.

In 1969, an addition to the school was completed, consisting of four classrooms designed to serve lower elementary grades. Following that, with the exception of the replacement of the heating system and addition of air conditioning in the early 2000s, no major renovations or expansion projects were undertaken.

In 2009, the “Continuing the Vision” Campaign resulted in the renovation of the existing stage, gymnasium, cafeteria, and kitchen into a modern kitchen, spacious cafeteria, and a larger pre-school classroom. In 2011, work was started on the long-planned multipurpose building to house a new gym, stage, locker rooms, and restrooms and was completed in time for the 2012/2013 school year. Additional expansion took place on the mezzanine level with a new computer lab and art room during the 2013/2014 school year.

“Absolutely love SSPP. The faculty & staff there are amazing and I wouldn’t send my children anywhere else in Boonville.” – BL

“You should be so proud of the commitment of your teachers and their genuine love for their students. Thank you for all that you do to continue the high standards of ethical behavior, camaraderie, and curriculum. We cherish every one of our wonderful memories.” – CB

“I just wanted to say how impressed my husband and I have been with SSP&P and its staff. You all have made us feel very welcome. I am so excited to be a part of the SSP&P family .”

“My oldest daughter was not in favor of changing schools when the decision was made to move to Boonville. Father Bob encouraged her to really think about joining the class of which she would be a part. She knew the choice was hers because I drive to Jefferson City each day and their school was right across the street from my work. Reluctantly, she decided to change schools. This was very hard and she second guessed herself all that summer. I will never forget to first time I brought her meet some of her classmates. She asked not to leave her until she was comfortable. It didn’t take a second and they welcomed her in with open arms. As much as she was going to miss her friends, she knew for sure she was going to be ok….and truthfully a lot of guilt was lifted from me. I so terribly miss my kids being at school right across the street from my work. I don’t get to be lunch helper, drop in for all the masses they have a part in or come to every party at school. But I will sadly give that up to have had my kids experience this school family. I can’t say enough about how big this schools arms were in welcoming her to this class. But thank you to all of you for making her transition as seamless as possible…love ya all!!!” – KW

“Great school and wonderful teachers.” – LG

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