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Very Good

#749 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 34% in state

North High

High School · PARKWAY C-2

12860 FEE FEE RD, St. Louis, MO 63146

Enrollment

1,013

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#749 of 2,221

In St. Louis

#46 of 193

public schools

In district

#18 of 29

PARKWAY C-2

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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North High

7.1/10

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

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About North High

North High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of PARKWAY C-2. North High serves approximately 1,013 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #749 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for North High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation27%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,983
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

North High — Students at North High score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
77%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
31.9%
ELA
51.8%
2025
Math
44.8%
ELA
51.8%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How North High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in MO
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
22
10 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
27% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
10 boys'·12 girls'·47 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

12860 FEE FEE RD, St. Louis, MO 63146

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Chesterfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WHITFIELD SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MCKELVEY PRIMARY St. Louis 0.4 mi 6.5
ROSS ELEM. St. Louis 0.9 mi 7.7
BELLERIVE ELEM. Creve Coeur 1.4 mi 8.5
MCKELVEY INTERMEDIATE Maryland Heights 1.5 mi 7.1
CRAIG ELEM. St. Louis 1.5 mi 5.1
INCARNATE WORD PARISH SCHOOL Chesterfield 1.7 mi 5.5
NORTHEAST MIDDLE Creve Coeur 2.4 mi 7.8
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 2.5 mi
DE SMET JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 2.4 mi 6.8
RIVER BEND ELEM. Chesterfield 2.0 mi 7.6
WHITFIELD SCHOOL St. Louis 2.6 mi 7.1
EYC ACADEMY Chesterfield 2.2 mi 6.9
SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis 2.8 mi 8.2
CENTRAL MIDDLE Chesterfield 2.5 mi 7.5
CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield 2.7 mi 7.2
ROSSMAN SCHOOL St. Louis 3.1 mi 7.7
ST LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL St. Louis 3.2 mi 8.4
ROSE ACRES ELEM. Maryland Heights 3.3 mi 8.1
CHESTERFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesterfield 3.0 mi 7.0
PATTONVILLE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Maryland Heights 2.9 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,724

Median Home Value

$283,600

Median Rent

$1,315/mo

Population

30,917

College Educated

62.3%

Homeownership

59.2%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

39.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOLIVAR HIGH Bolivar, MO 7.1
KEARNEY HIGH Kearney, MO 7.1
CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 7.0
ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton, MO 7.0
CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield, MO 7.2
CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills, MO 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North High

What grades does North High serve?

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

How many students attend North High?

North High has an enrollment of approximately 1,013 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North High?

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

North High ranks #749 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is North High's MySchoolScout rating?

North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 North High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North High a charter school?

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

Is North High a Title I school?

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

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

32.5% of students at North 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,013
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

PARKWAY C-2
District Enrollment
16,924
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,983
District Rank
#18 of 29

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