Very Good
#797 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 36% in state
Hancock Sr. High
High School · HANCOCK PLACE
229 W RIPA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63125
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#797 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#50 of 193
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
HANCOCK PLACE
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Hancock Sr. High
Hancock Sr. High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of HANCOCK PLACE.
Hancock Sr. High serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hancock Sr.
High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #797 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Hancock Sr. High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Hancock Sr. High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hancock Sr. High — Students at Hancock Sr. High score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 9.3/10.
How Hancock Sr. High Compares
See how Hancock Sr. 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
229 W RIPA AVE, St. Louis, MO 63125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hancock Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HANCOCK PLACE MIDDLE Lemay | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| FORDER ELEM. St. Louis | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HANCOCK PLACE ELEM. Lemay | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| BIERBAUM ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JOHN CARY EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| BAYLESS JUNIOR HIGH St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| MARGARET BUERKLE MIDDLE St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GREEN PARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BAYLESS ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MOSAIC ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| At Home Academy St. Louis | 2.0 mi | — |
| MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Affton | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Woerner Elem St. Louis | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| ST STEPHEN PROTOMARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,683
Median Home Value
$166,200
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
32,701
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASH GROVE HIGH Ash Grove, MO | 7.0 |
| BOURBON HIGH SCHOOL Bourbon, MO | 7.0 |
| ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 7.0 |
| SOUTH PEMISCOT HIGH Steele, MO | 7.0 |
| SUMMERSVILLE HIGH Summersville, MO | 7.0 |
| CARROLLTON SENIOR HIGH Carrollton, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hancock Sr. High
What grades does Hancock Sr. High serve?
Hancock Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hancock Sr. High?
Hancock Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hancock Sr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Hancock Sr. 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 Hancock Sr. High rank in MO?
Hancock Sr. High ranks #797 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hancock Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hancock Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Hancock Sr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hancock Sr. High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hancock Sr. High a charter school?
No, Hancock Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hancock Sr. High a Title I school?
No, Hancock Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hancock Sr. High?
100.0% of students at Hancock 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (314) 544-1300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
HANCOCK PLACE- District Enrollment
- 1,244
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,437
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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