Very Good
#532 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 24% in state
Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High
High School · MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS
7500 Lohmeyer Ave, Maplewood, MO 63143
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Maplewood
#1 of 3
public schools
Missouri high schools
#122 of 532
In district
#2 of 4
MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High
Maplewood-Richmond Heights High School stands out as an academic powerhouse in Missouri, earning recognition as the 96th highest-ranked high school among 2,234 schools statewide. This impressive public high school serves 431 students in grades 9-12 with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 and 32 full-time equivalent teachers providing personalized attention. The school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, with 72% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 67% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics.
These strong results contribute to the school's outstanding MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and an academic score of 9.8 out of 10, placing it in the 96th percentile for Missouri schools. Located at 7500 Lohmeyer Ave in Maplewood, the school serves a well-educated community where 50% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's median household income of $59,583 and home values averaging $218,800 reflect a stable, middle-class area with an 11.4% poverty rate.
The school's ZIP code area has a population of 9,097 residents. Maplewood-Richmond Heights High School operates in a large suburban setting that combines the benefits of suburban living with proximity to the greater St. Louis metropolitan area.
Score Breakdown
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Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High — Students at Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
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: 8.7/10.
How Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High Compares
See how Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 47% (2009) to 67% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 57% (2009) to 72% (2022).
Location
7500 Lohmeyer Ave, Maplewood, MO 63143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRENTWOOD MIDDLE (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is AVERY ELEM. (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCGRATH ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MRH MIDDLE Maplewood | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Maplewood | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GIANT STEPS OF ST LOUIS Maplewood | 0.5 mi | — |
| MRH ELEMENTARY Richmond Heights | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLHOUSE St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| THE COLLEGE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| MARK TWAIN ELEM. Brentwood | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| WILKINSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| AVERY ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Brentwood | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| GLENRIDGE ELEM. Clayton | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| DEWEY SCH.-INTERNAT'L. STUDIES St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BRENTWOOD MIDDLE Brentwood | 1.6 mi | 9.6 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| RALPH M. CAPTAIN ELEM. Clayton | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| MCGRATH ELEM. Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| BRENTWOOD EARLY CHILDHD CENTER Brentwood | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,712
Median Home Value
$226,300
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
8,968
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
33.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High has a median household income of $65,712. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $226,300, with a median rent of $900/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRALIA HIGH Centralia, MO | 7.5 |
| FAIR GROVE HIGH Fair Grove, MO | 7.5 |
| FORSYTH HIGH Forsyth, MO | 7.5 |
| Southern Boone High Ashland, MO | 7.5 |
| WARSAW HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw, MO | 7.5 |
| AVA HIGH Ava, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High
What grades does Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High serve?
Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High?
Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High rank in MO?
Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High is ranked #532 out of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High has 63.6% math proficiency and 70.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High a charter school?
No, Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High a Title I school?
No, Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maplewood-richmond Hgts. High?
36.4% of students at Maplewood-richmond Hgts. 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.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (314) 644-4401
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.5%
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS- District Enrollment
- 1,545
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,179
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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