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#566 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 25% 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

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#566 of 2,221

In St. Peters

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#18 of 25

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Ft. Zumwalt East High

7.4/10

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

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About Ft. Zumwalt East High

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

Ft. Zumwalt East High serves approximately 1,202 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ft.

Zumwalt East High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #566 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ft. Zumwalt East High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.1% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.6 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation23.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,648
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Ft. Zumwalt East High — Students at Ft. Zumwalt East High score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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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 MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
67%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2024
Math
63.3%
ELA
64.5%
2025
Math
67.1%
ELA
67%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Ft. Zumwalt East High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
75th percentile in MO
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
23.5% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·55 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

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 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby St. Charles), with a comparable rating. 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 6.2
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters 1.0 mi 5.8
HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles 1.4 mi 7.0
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. St. Peters 1.8 mi 4.8
HENDERSON ELEM. St. Charles 1.9 mi 5.7
EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC CTR. St. Charles 2.0 mi 3.9
DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters 2.0 mi 6.5
LEWIS CLARK ELEM. St. Peters 2.0 mi 7.1
ST. PETERS ELEM. St. Peters 2.0 mi 8.1
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH St. Charles 2.3 mi 7.1
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 7.9
EARLY CHILD FAMILY EDUC. CTR. St. Charles 3.3 mi 4.0
BARNWELL MIDDLE St. Charles 3.4 mi 5.5
CENTRAL ELEM. St. Charles 3.4 mi 7.2
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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
RAYMORE-PECULIAR SR. HIGH Peculiar, MO 7.4
ST. CHARLES HIGH St. Charles, MO 7.4
EMIL E. HOLT SR. HIGH Wentzville, MO 7.3
MARSHFIELD HIGH Marshfield, MO 7.3
HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal, MO 7.6
CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield, MO 7.2

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 ranks #566 of 2,221 schools in MO.

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

Ft. Zumwalt East High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Ft. Zumwalt East High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ft. Zumwalt East High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

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

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