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#1779 of 2,221 schools in MO

Mccluer High

High School · FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II

1896 S FLORISSANT RD, Florissant, MO 63031

Enrollment

1,223

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,779 of 2,221

In Florissant

#15 of 29

public schools

In district

#13 of 23

FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Mccluer High

4.8/10

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

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About Mccluer High

Mccluer High is a public high school in Florissant, MO, part of FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II. Mccluer High serves approximately 1,223 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccluer High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,779 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Mccluer High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Mccluer High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

59% of students at Mccluer 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+2.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-30 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation12%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,424
Chronic Absenteeism59.4%

Mccluer High — Students at Mccluer High score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
28%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
2%
ELA
15%
2024
Math
9.1%
2025
Math
18.4%

* 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 Mccluer High Compares

See how Mccluer High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
20th percentile in MO
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
12% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·31 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1896 S FLORISSANT RD, Florissant, MO 63031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mccluer High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MCCLUER NORTH HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTH TECHNICAL (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTHVIEW (rated 4.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Florissant, see our Florissant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
WALNUT GROVE ELEM. Ferguson 0.4 mi 4.3
ROBINWOOD ELEMENTARY Florissant 0.7 mi 5.3
NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Florissant 0.8 mi 7.5
JOHNSON WABASH 6TH GRADE CTR Ferguson 1.1 mi 3.7
ACKERMAN Florissant 0.9 mi 3.7
NORTHVIEW Florissant 1.0 mi 4.3
LEE HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Ferguson 1.1 mi 4.6
FERGUSON MIDDLE Ferguson 1.2 mi 4.0
DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.1 mi 6.0
BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley 1.1 mi 5.6
NORTH TECHNICAL Florissant 1.1 mi 5.5
MCCLUER NORTH HIGH Florissant 1.3 mi 5.8
PARKER ROAD ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.7 mi 4.9
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY-ST ROSE PHILIPPINE DUCHESNE Florissant 1.5 mi 6.2
BLESSED TERESA OF CALCUTTA SCHOOL Ferguson 1.7 mi 6.8
COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.8 mi 6.0
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Ferguson 2.0 mi 4.3
COMMONS LANE ELEMENTARY Florissant 1.7 mi 4.9
GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson 1.9 mi 3.9
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood 1.8 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,783

Median Home Value

$144,500

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

50,258

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

38.1

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SAVANNAH HIGH Savannah, MO 4.7
FORT OSAGE HIGH Independence, MO 4.9
GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis, MO 4.9
GRANDVIEW SR. HIGH Grandview, MO 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mccluer High

What grades does Mccluer High serve?

Mccluer High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mccluer High?

Mccluer High has an enrollment of approximately 1,223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccluer High?

The student-teacher ratio at Mccluer High is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mccluer High rank in MO?

Mccluer High ranks #1,779 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Mccluer High's MySchoolScout rating?

Mccluer High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Mccluer High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccluer High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mccluer High a charter school?

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

Is Mccluer High a Title I school?

No, Mccluer High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccluer High?

98.7% of students at Mccluer 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
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,223
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.4%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

FERGUSON-FLORISSANT R-II
District Enrollment
9,336
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,424
District Rank
#13 of 23

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