Very Good
#392 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 18% in state
Ladue Horton Watkins High
High School · LADUE
1201 S WARSON RD, St. Louis, MO 63124
Enrollment
1,325
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,325
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#392 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#25 of 193
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
LADUE
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Ladue Horton Watkins High
Ladue Horton Watkins High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of LADUE. Ladue Horton Watkins High serves approximately 1,325 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Ladue Horton Watkins High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Ladue Horton Watkins High show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Ladue Horton Watkins High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ladue Horton Watkins High — Students at Ladue Horton Watkins High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 8.4/10.
How Ladue Horton Watkins High Compares
See how Ladue Horton Watkins 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
1201 S WARSON RD, St. Louis, MO 63124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ladue Horton Watkins High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| LITZSINGER Ladue | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| MARY INSTITUTE & ST LOUIS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ANNUNZIATA SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | — |
| HARPER SCHOOL, LLC Frontenac | 1.4 mi | — |
| LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| STE GENEVIEVE DU BOIS SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SPOEDE ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| OLD BONHOMME ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Olivette | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| REED ELEMENTARY St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| HILLCREST SDA SCHOOL Olivette | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| HUDSON ELEM. St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,750
Median Home Value
$967,300
Median Rent
$1,812/mo
Population
11,009
College Educated
85%
Homeownership
74.8%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton, MO | 7.7 |
| FT. ZUMWALT SOUTH HIGH St. Peters, MO | 7.9 |
| FT. ZUMWALT NORTH HIGH O'Fallon, MO | 8.0 |
| FT. ZUMWALT WEST HIGH O'Fallon, MO | 7.6 |
| HANNIBAL SR. HIGH Hannibal, MO | 7.6 |
| FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters, MO | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ladue Horton Watkins High
What grades does Ladue Horton Watkins High serve?
Ladue Horton Watkins High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ladue Horton Watkins High?
Ladue Horton Watkins High has an enrollment of approximately 1,325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ladue Horton Watkins High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ladue Horton Watkins High is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ladue Horton Watkins High rank in MO?
Ladue Horton Watkins High ranks #392 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Ladue Horton Watkins High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ladue Horton Watkins High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Ladue Horton Watkins High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ladue Horton Watkins High has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ladue Horton Watkins High a charter school?
No, Ladue Horton Watkins High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ladue Horton Watkins High a Title I school?
No, Ladue Horton Watkins High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ladue Horton Watkins High?
9.7% of students at Ladue Horton Watkins 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 94
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (314) 993-6447
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
LADUE- District Enrollment
- 4,482
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,032
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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