Very Good
#654 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 29% in state
Emil E. Holt Sr. High
High School · WENTZVILLE R-IV
600 CAMPUS DR, Wentzville, MO 63385
Enrollment
1,137
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,137
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#654 of 2,221
In Wentzville
#6 of 16
public schools
In district
#7 of 22
WENTZVILLE R-IV
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Emil E. Holt Sr. High
Emil E. Holt Sr. High is a public high school in Wentzville, MO, part of WENTZVILLE R-IV.
Emil E. Holt Sr. High serves approximately 1,137 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Emil E. Holt Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #654 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Emil E. Holt Sr. High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Emil E. Holt Sr. High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Emil E. Holt Sr. High — Students at Emil E. Holt Sr. High score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.8/10.
How Emil E. Holt Sr. High Compares
See how Emil E. Holt Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 CAMPUS DR, Wentzville, MO 63385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emil E. Holt Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TIMBERLAND HIGH (rated 7.0/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTH POINT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wentzville, see our Wentzville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WENTZVILLE MIDDLE Wentzville | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| HERITAGE PRIMARY Wentzville | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE INTERMEDIATE Wentzville | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Wentzville | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| STONE CREEK ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| PEINE RIDGE ELEM. Wentzville | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| FLINT HILL ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| JOURNEY ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH POINT HIGH SCHOOL Wentzville | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ST THEODORE SCHOOL Wentzville | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| North Point Middle School Wentzville | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| WABASH ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| TIMBERLAND HIGH Wentzville | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| WENTZVILLE SOUTH MIDDLE Wentzville | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| DUELLO ELEM. Lake St. Louis | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL-JOSEPHVILLE Wentzville | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Wentzville | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,851
Median Home Value
$321,300
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
50,420
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARSHFIELD HIGH Marshfield, MO | 7.3 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield, MO | 7.2 |
| GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley, MO | 7.2 |
| PLATTE COUNTY HIGH Platte City, MO | 7.2 |
| Smithville High Smithville, MO | 7.2 |
| FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters, MO | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emil E. Holt Sr. High
What grades does Emil E. Holt Sr. High serve?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Emil E. Holt Sr. High?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 1,137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emil E. Holt Sr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Emil E. Holt Sr. High is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emil E. Holt Sr. High rank in MO?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High ranks #654 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Emil E. Holt Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Emil E. Holt Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Emil E. Holt Sr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emil E. Holt Sr. High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Emil E. Holt Sr. High a charter school?
No, Emil E. Holt Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emil E. Holt Sr. High a Title I school?
No, Emil E. Holt Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emil E. Holt Sr. High?
18.4% of students at Emil E. Holt Sr. 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,137
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Charles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.1%
- Phone
- (636) 327-3876
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
WENTZVILLE R-IV- District Enrollment
- 17,944
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,463
- District Rank
- #7 of 22
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