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Very Good

#1063 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 33% in state

St Louis High School

High School · St. Louis Public Schools

113 EAST SAGINAW ST, Saint Louis, MI 48880

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,063 of 3,192

In Saint Louis

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

St. Louis Public Schools

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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7.0/10

High School in Saint Louis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Louis High School

St Louis High School is a public high school in Saint Louis, MI, part of St. Louis Public Schools. St Louis High School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

St Louis High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,063 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for St Louis High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above MI schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at St Louis High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,000
Chronic Absenteeism35.9%

St Louis High School — Students at St Louis High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 25.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.

How St Louis High School Compares

See how St Louis High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
67th percentile in MI
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Sports
16
7 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.9%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics16sports offered
7 boys'·9 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

113 EAST SAGINAW ST, Saint Louis, MI 48880

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Louis High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Shepherd High School (rated 7.8/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Shepherd), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alma Senior High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Alma), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Breckenridge High School (rated 6.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Breckenridge), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Louis, see our Saint Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
TS Nurnberger Middle School Saint Louis 0.3 mi 4.0
Carrie Knause Early Childhood Learning Center Saint Louis 0.5 mi 6.0
Eugene M Nikkari Elementary Saint Louis 0.7 mi 4.2
St Louis Correctional Facility Saint Louis 0.7 mi
Donald L Pavlik Middle School Alma 2.7 mi 5.9
Alma Senior High School Alma 2.8 mi 7.1
GIRESD Center Programs Ithaca 2.8 mi 6.5
Pine Avenue Elementary School Alma 3.0 mi 5.8
Hillcrest Elementary School Alma 3.7 mi 5.5
ST MARY SCHOOL Alma 3.6 mi 6.9
Luce Road Elementary School Alma 4.5 mi 6.0
ITHACA SDA SCHOOL Ithaca 7.3 mi
Ithaca High School Ithaca 7.5 mi 6.5
North Elementary School Ithaca 7.8 mi 5.5
South Elementary School Ithaca 8.7 mi 7.2
Breckenridge High School Breckenridge 6.5 mi 6.8
Breckenridge Elementary School Breckenridge 6.7 mi 5.6
Shepherd Middle School Shepherd 8.7 mi 5.6
Shepherd High School Shepherd 8.8 mi 7.8
Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd 8.9 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,108

Median Home Value

$134,000

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

9,952

College Educated

10.3%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Louis High School

What grades does St Louis High School serve?

St Louis High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Louis High School?

St Louis High School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Louis High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Louis High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Louis High School rank in MI?

St Louis High School ranks #1,063 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is St Louis High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Louis High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Louis High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Louis High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is St Louis High School a charter school?

No, St Louis High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St Louis High School a Title I school?

No, St Louis High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St Louis High School?

64.8% of students at St Louis High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Gratiot County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.9%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

St. Louis Public Schools
District Enrollment
897
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,000
District Rank
#1 of 4

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