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#89 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 4% in state

Metro High

High School · ST. LOUIS CITY

4015 MCPHERSON AVE, St. Louis, MO 63108

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#89 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#6 of 193

public schools

In district

#2 of 63

ST. LOUIS CITY

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Metro High

8.8/10

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

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About Metro High

Metro High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.

Metro High serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Metro High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Metro High show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Metro High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Metro Academic and Classical High School is a magnet public high school located in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. It operates as part of the St. Louis Public Schools school district.
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How it compares3.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.2
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics10.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency98.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+37 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+41.2 pts
Overall Proficiency92% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+66.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
College Readiness9.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation57.7%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,979
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Metro High — Students at Metro High score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 96.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 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
90%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
84.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
84.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
97.5%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2024
Math
88.6%
ELA
98.5%
2025
Math
85.4%
ELA
98.6%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Metro High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in MO
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered IB Programme
57.7% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·130 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·13 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

4015 MCPHERSON AVE, St. Louis, MO 63108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Metro High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is MAP ST. LOUIS (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MAP ST. LOUIS St. Louis 0.3 mi 6.9
COLE ELEM. St. Louis 0.4 mi 4.1
LOYOLA ACADEMY OF ST LOUIS St. Louis 0.4 mi 7.4
CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 0.4 mi 6.2
GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR St. Louis 0.5 mi
ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 0.6 mi 7.0
GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis 0.7 mi 5.8
GRAND CENTER ARTS ACAD MIDDLE St. Louis 0.7 mi 4.7
NORTH SIDE COMMUNITY-GRAND CTR St. Louis 0.7 mi
THE BIOME St. Louis 0.8 mi 7.6
MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis 0.8 mi 4.1
STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis 0.9 mi 6.1
GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM St. Louis 0.9 mi 5.7
SUMNER HIGH St. Louis 1.3 mi 3.5
FOREST PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 1.3 mi
ADAMS ELEM. St. Louis 1.3 mi 5.2
CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis 1.2 mi
ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL St. Louis 1.2 mi
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis 1.5 mi 5.7
WASHINGTON MONTESSORI St. Louis 1.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,933

Median Home Value

$337,300

Median Rent

$1,140/mo

Population

20,692

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

26.8%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

22.6%

Median Age

33.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Metro High

What grades does Metro High serve?

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

How many students attend Metro High?

Metro High has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Metro High?

The student-teacher ratio at Metro 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 Metro High rank in MO?

Metro High ranks #89 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Metro High's MySchoolScout rating?

Metro High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Metro High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Metro High has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Metro High a charter school?

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

Is Metro High a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Metro 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
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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How does Metro High stack up?

LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH
7.8

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
St. Louis city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

ST. LOUIS CITY
District Enrollment
18,284
Schools in District
68
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,979
District Rank
#2 of 63

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