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South Technical
High School · SPECL. SCH. DST. ST. LOUIS CO.
12721 W WATSON RD, Sunset Hills, MO 63127
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Grades
11th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About South Technical
South Technical is a public high school in Sunset Hills, MO, part of the SPECL. SCH. DST.
ST. LOUIS CO.. The school serves approximately 853 students in grades 11th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 23.1:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $124,583, where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at South Technical is 23.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 853 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Address
- 12721 W WATSON RD, Sunset Hills, MO 63127
- Phone
- (314) 989-7400
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How South Technical Compares
See how South Technical performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12721 W WATSON RD, Sunset Hills, MO 63127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Technical may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby St. Louis). Another option is SOUTHVIEW HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Crestwood). Additionally, URSULINE ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby St. Louis). For more schools in Sunset Hills, see our Sunset Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILDHOOD ED CENTER WEST St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL Kirkwood | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JUSTIN MARTYR SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| GEORGE R. ROBINSON ELEM. Kirkwood | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirkwood | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| SOUTHVIEW Crestwood | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTHVIEW HIGH Crestwood | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| LONG ELEM. St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LINDBERGH SR. HIGH St. Louis | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| KIRKWOOD CHILDREN'S HOUSE Kirkwood | 2.9 mi | — |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fenton | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| URSULINE ACADEMY St. Louis | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CONCORD ELEM. SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| KENNERLY ELEM. St. Louis | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| KIRKWOOD EARLY CHILD. CTR. Kirkwood | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,583
Median Home Value
$594,100
Population
5,161
College Educated
61.9%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
53.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding South Technical has a median household income of $124,583. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $594,100. The local poverty rate of 2.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 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 |
|---|---|
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce, MO | 2.8 |
| RAYTOWN SOUTH SR. HIGH Raytown, MO | 3.1 |
| PACIFIC HIGH Pacific, MO | 3.3 |
| DEXTER HIGH Dexter, MO | 3.4 |
| HARRISONVILLE HIGH Harrisonville, MO | 3.5 |
| AURORA HIGH Aurora, MO | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Technical
What grades does South Technical serve?
South Technical serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend South Technical?
South Technical has an enrollment of approximately 853 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Technical?
The student-teacher ratio at South Technical is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is South Technical a charter school?
No, South Technical is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Technical a Title I school?
No, South Technical is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Technical?
8.0% of students at South Technical qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,312/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sunset Hills). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 853
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.0%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 989-7400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
SPECL. SCH. DST. ST. LOUIS CO.- District Enrollment
- 4,570
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $118,376
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