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#477 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 21% in state

Ft. Zumwalt West High

High School · FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

1251 TURTLE CREEK DR, O'fallon, MO 63366

Enrollment

1,701

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#477 of 2,221

In O'fallon

#14 of 18

public schools

In district

#16 of 25

FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ft. Zumwalt West High

7.6/10

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

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About Ft. Zumwalt West High

Ft. Zumwalt West High is a public high school in O'fallon, MO, part of FORT ZUMWALT SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ft.

Zumwalt West High serves approximately 1,701 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ft. Zumwalt West High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #477 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Ft. Zumwalt West High show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.5% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+30.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+19.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation35.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,648
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Ft. Zumwalt West High — Students at Ft. Zumwalt West High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 78.7% (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
69%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2024
Math
77.6%
ELA
69.5%
2025
Math
78.5%
ELA
73.6%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Ft. Zumwalt West High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in MO
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
122 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
35.7% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·57 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

1251 TURTLE CREEK DR, O'fallon, MO 63366

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ft. Zumwalt West High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in O'fallon, see our O'fallon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ROCK CREEK ELEM. O'Fallon 0.7 mi 8.7
ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon 1.3 mi 4.1
ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon 1.3 mi 3.9
OAKHAVEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie 1.7 mi 5.4
TWIN CHIMNEYS ELEM. O'Fallon 1.9 mi 7.9
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY O'Fallon 1.6 mi 6.8
OSTMANN ELEM. O'Fallon 2.0 mi 9.3
CROSSROADS ELEM. Dardenne Prairie 2.0 mi 6.2
BARFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR O'Fallon 2.0 mi 5.5
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEM. O'Fallon 2.0 mi 6.2
DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon 2.0 mi 7.6
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Dardenne Prairie 2.1 mi 4.9
FT. ZUMWALT NORTH MIDDLE O'Fallon 2.0 mi 7.6
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL O'Fallon 2.2 mi 5.6
EMGE ELEM. O'Fallon 2.5 mi 9.1
JOSEPH L. MUDD ELEM. O'Fallon 2.8 mi 8.1
MOUNT HOPE ELEM. O'Fallon 3.4 mi 9.0
FOREST PARK ELEM. O'Fallon 2.9 mi 4.6
GREEN TREE ELEM. Lake St. Louis 2.8 mi 4.4
FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH MIDDLE St. Peters 2.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63366 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,237

Median Home Value

$283,900

Median Rent

$1,274/mo

Population

54,449

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

39.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal, MO 7.6
LINDBERGH SR. HIGH St. Louis, MO 7.5
CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton, MO 7.7
FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters, MO 7.4
RAYMORE-PECULIAR SR. HIGH Peculiar, MO 7.4
LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH St. Louis, MO 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ft. Zumwalt West High

What grades does Ft. Zumwalt West High serve?

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

How many students attend Ft. Zumwalt West High?

Ft. Zumwalt West High has an enrollment of approximately 1,701 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ft. Zumwalt West High is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ft. Zumwalt West High rank in MO?

Ft. Zumwalt West High ranks #477 of 2,221 schools in MO.

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

Ft. Zumwalt West High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 West High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ft. Zumwalt West High has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ft. Zumwalt West High a charter school?

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

Is Ft. Zumwalt West High a Title I school?

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

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

16.8% of students at Ft. Zumwalt West 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,701
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
122
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

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

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