Very Good
#340 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 15% in state
Ft. Zumwalt South High
High School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
8050 MEXICO RD, St. Peters, MO 63376
Enrollment
1,245
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,245
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#340 of 2,221
In St. Peters
#4 of 12
public schools
In district
#12 of 25
FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ft. Zumwalt South High
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 South High
Ft. Zumwalt South High is a public high school in St. Peters, MO, part of FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Ft. Zumwalt South High serves approximately 1,245 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ft.
Zumwalt South High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ft. Zumwalt South High show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ft. Zumwalt South High — Students at Ft. Zumwalt South High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.7%
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: 8.8/10.
How Ft. Zumwalt South High Compares
See how Ft. Zumwalt South 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
8050 MEXICO RD, St. Peters, MO 63376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ft. Zumwalt South High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FT. ZUMWALT NORTH HIGH (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby O'Fallon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH (rated 5.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby St. Charles), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Peters, see our St. Peters schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILD OF GOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Peters | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PROGRESS SOUTH ELEM. St. Peters | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH MIDDLE St. Peters | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Boonslick St. Peters | 0.9 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Peters | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MID RIVERS ELEM. St. Peters | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH HIGH O'Fallon | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WARREN ELEM. St. Peters | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH MIDDLE O'Fallon | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| JOSEPH L. MUDD ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT O'Fallon | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY O'Fallon | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ALL SAINTS SCHOOL St. Peters | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WESTHOFF ELEM. O'Fallon | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST. PETERS ELEM. St. Peters | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH St. Charles | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH HIGH O'Fallon, MO | 8.0 |
| LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH St. Louis, MO | 7.8 |
| CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton, MO | 7.7 |
| WEBSTER GROVES HIGH St. Louis, MO | 8.2 |
| FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon, MO | 7.6 |
| HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ft. Zumwalt South High
What grades does Ft. Zumwalt South High serve?
Ft. Zumwalt South High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ft. Zumwalt South High?
Ft. Zumwalt South High has an enrollment of approximately 1,245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zumwalt South High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zumwalt South High is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ft. Zumwalt South High rank in MO?
Ft. Zumwalt South High ranks #340 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ft. Zumwalt South High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ft. Zumwalt South High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 South High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ft. Zumwalt South High has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ft. Zumwalt South High a charter school?
No, Ft. Zumwalt South High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ft. Zumwalt South High a Title I school?
No, Ft. Zumwalt South High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ft. Zumwalt South High?
13.7% of students at Ft. Zumwalt South 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
- 1,245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Charles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (636) 978-1212
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 16,829
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,648
- District Rank
- #12 of 25
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