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#939 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 42% in state

Bayless Senior High

High School · BAYLESS

4532 WEBER RD, St. Louis, MO 63123

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#939 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#56 of 193

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

BAYLESS

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Bayless Senior High

6.7/10

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

Bayless Junior High

7.3/10

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7.8/10

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About Bayless Senior High

Bayless Senior High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of BAYLESS. Bayless Senior High serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio.

Bayless Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Bayless Senior High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MO schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation16.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,222
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Bayless Senior High — Students at Bayless Senior High score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
69.5%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
53.8%
2025
Math
49.4%
ELA
60.2%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Bayless Senior High Compares

See how Bayless Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in MO
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
15
8 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
16.1% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
8 boys'·7 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

4532 WEBER RD, St. Louis, MO 63123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bayless Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HANCOCK SR. HIGH (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is AFFTON HIGH (rated 4.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING (rated 3.8/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH St. Louis 0.1 mi 7.3
BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis 0.1 mi 7.8
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton 0.5 mi 7.4
ST MARK SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 8.2
BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis 1.6 mi 6.4
AFFTON HIGH St. Louis 1.3 mi 4.0
ST RAPHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 6.2
BUSCH MS CHARACTER ATHLETICS St. Louis 1.8 mi 6.7
ROGERS MIDDLE St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.0
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis 1.7 mi 3.3
GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 1.9 mi 5.5
FORDER ELEM. St. Louis 2.0 mi 6.5
WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis 2.1 mi 6.8
WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN St. Louis 2.2 mi 7.9
HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay 1.9 mi 7.3
HANCOCK PLACE MIDDLE Lemay 2.1 mi 4.0
HANCOCK SR. HIGH St. Louis 2.2 mi 7.0
MESNIER PRIMARY SCH. St. Louis 1.9 mi 4.8
COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING St. Louis 2.5 mi 3.8
ST GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL St. Louis 2.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,187

Median Home Value

$205,300

Median Rent

$987/mo

Population

49,826

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

41

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DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 6.8
DONIPHAN HIGH Doniphan, MO 6.8
EAST NEWTON HIGH Granby, MO 6.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bayless Senior High

What grades does Bayless Senior High serve?

Bayless Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bayless Senior High?

Bayless Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayless Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Bayless Senior High is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bayless Senior High rank in MO?

Bayless Senior High ranks #939 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Bayless Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Bayless Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Bayless Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayless Senior High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bayless Senior High a charter school?

No, Bayless Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bayless Senior High a Title I school?

No, Bayless Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayless Senior High?

55.8% of students at Bayless Senior High 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

BAYLESS
District Enrollment
1,836
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,222
District Rank
#3 of 3

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