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#124 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 6% in state

Ft. Zumwalt East High

High School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

600 1ST EXECUTIVE AVE, St. Peters, MO 63376

Enrollment

1,202

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Peters

#3 of 11

public schools

Missouri high schools

#24 of 532

In district

#6 of 25

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Ft. Zumwalt East High

Ft. Zumwalt East High is a public high school in St. Peters, MO, part of the FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT.

The school serves approximately 1,202 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 94.4th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math and 69% in reading/language arts.

The school scores particularly well in student growth (7.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $94,921, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.5Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69%
Overall Proficiency66%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected+14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness9.4Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation23.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,920

Ft. Zumwalt East High — Students at Ft. Zumwalt East High score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.3%
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
59%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
69%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Ft. Zumwalt East High Compares

See how Ft. Zumwalt East High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
94th percentile in MO
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
7.6/10
Above average
Environment
7.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers

Location

600 1ST EXECUTIVE AVE, St. Peters, MO 63376

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ft. Zumwalt East High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby St. Charles), a more accessible option. Additionally, LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES COUNTY (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Peters, see our St. Peters schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES COUNTY St. Peters 0.4 mi 5.2
HAWTHORN ELEM. St. Peters 0.6 mi 6.5
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters 1.0 mi 5.8
HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles 1.4 mi 6.2
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. St. Peters 1.8 mi 6.1
HENDERSON ELEM. St. Charles 1.9 mi 7.8
EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC CTR. St. Charles 2.0 mi 6.0
DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters 2.0 mi 8.2
LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters 2.0 mi 5.5
ST. PETERS ELEM. St. Peters 2.0 mi 8.6
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH St. Charles 2.3 mi 6.6
CHILDRENS EDU-CARE CENTER INC. St. Peters 2.2 mi
ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Peters 2.4 mi 7.2
SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles 2.5 mi 5.6
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles 3.2 mi 5.4
BECKY-DAVID ELEM. St. Charles 3.3 mi 6.4
EARLY CHILD FAMILY EDUC. CTR. St. Charles 3.3 mi 6.1
BARNWELL MIDDLE St. Charles 3.4 mi 7.4
CENTRAL ELEM. St. Charles 3.4 mi 5.8
ST CLETUS SCHOOL St. Charles 2.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,921

Median Home Value

$255,500

Median Rent

$1,319/mo

Population

74,876

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

82.6%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ft. Zumwalt East High has a median household income of $94,921. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $255,500, with a median rent of $1,319/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 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
CLAYTON HIGH Clayton, MO 8.5
CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton, MO 8.6
FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH HIGH St. Peters, MO 8.4
WEBSTER GROVES HIGH St. Louis, MO 8.4
EMIL E. HOLT SR. HIGH Wentzville, MO 8.7
CENTRAL HIGH Springfield, MO 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ft. Zumwalt East High

What grades does Ft. Zumwalt East High serve?

Ft. Zumwalt East High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ft. Zumwalt East High?

Ft. Zumwalt East High has an enrollment of approximately 1,202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zumwalt East High?

The student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zumwalt East High is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ft. Zumwalt East High rank in MO?

Ft. Zumwalt East High is ranked #124 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Ft. Zumwalt East High's MySchoolScout rating?

Ft. Zumwalt East High has a composite rating of 8.5 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 Ft. Zumwalt East High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ft. Zumwalt East High has 57.3% math proficiency and 69.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ft. Zumwalt East High a charter school?

No, Ft. Zumwalt East High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ft. Zumwalt East High a Title I school?

No, Ft. Zumwalt East High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ft. Zumwalt East High?

21.5% of students at Ft. Zumwalt East 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,267/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,202
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
16,829
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,648
District Rank
#6 of 25

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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