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#88 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 4% 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

8.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Wentzville

#1 of 16

public schools

Missouri high schools

#17 of 532

In district

#1 of 22

WENTZVILLE R-IV

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Emil E. Holt Sr. High

Emil E. Holt Sr. High is a public high school in Wentzville, MO, part of the WENTZVILLE R-IV.

The school serves approximately 1,137 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 96.1th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 53% proficiency in math and 65% in reading/language arts.

The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $111,851, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Emil E. Holt Sr. High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Wentzville Holt High School, officially named Emil E. Holt Senior High School, is the oldest of the four high schools in the Wentzville R-IV School District and the second oldest high school in St. Charles County, Missouri 1 . As of the 2020–21 school year, the school had an enrollment of 1,934 students, making it the largest high school in St. Charles County 1 . Although the school has been officially known as Emil E. Holt Senior High School since 1969, it was commonly referred to as Wentzville High School until 2000 1 . In 2000, the district placed renewed emphasis on the "Holt" name to distinguish the school in preparation for the addition of a second high school within the district 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70%
Overall Proficiency67%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness9.7Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation34.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,455

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: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
48%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
70%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Emil E. Holt Sr. High Compares

See how Emil E. Holt Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
96th percentile in MO
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
5.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers

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 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORTH POINT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 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 7.0
HERITAGE PRIMARY Wentzville 0.6 mi 7.8
HERITAGE INTERMEDIATE Wentzville 0.7 mi 5.2
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Wentzville 0.9 mi 4.9
STONE CREEK ELEMENTARY Wentzville 2.2 mi 7.0
PEINE RIDGE ELEM. Wentzville 2.0 mi 5.0
FLINT HILL ELEMENTARY Wentzville 2.2 mi 6.4
JOURNEY ELEMENTARY Wentzville 2.0 mi 8.1
NORTH POINT HIGH SCHOOL Wentzville 2.1 mi 4.8
ST THEODORE SCHOOL Wentzville 2.7 mi 6.2
North Point Middle School Wentzville 2.2 mi 5.5
WABASH ELEMENTARY Wentzville 2.6 mi 4.7
TIMBERLAND HIGH Wentzville 3.2 mi 7.1
BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville 3.5 mi 6.4
WENTZVILLE SOUTH MIDDLE Wentzville 3.5 mi 5.5
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 5.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL-JOSEPHVILLE Wentzville 4.3 mi 6.4
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Wentzville 4.2 mi 7.2

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Emil E. Holt Sr. High has a median household income of $111,851. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $321,300, with a median rent of $1,221/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton, MO 8.6
CENTRAL HIGH Springfield, MO 8.8
CLAYTON HIGH Clayton, MO 8.5
FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters, MO 8.5
LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH St. Louis, MO 8.9
FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH HIGH St. Peters, MO 8.4

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 is ranked #88 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Emil E. Holt Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Emil E. Holt Sr. High has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Emil E. Holt Sr. High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Emil E. Holt Sr. High has 53.0% math proficiency and 65.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (856/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Wentzville). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

WENTZVILLE R-IV
District Enrollment
17,944
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,463
District Rank
#1 of 22

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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