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#600 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 27% in state

St. Charles High

High School · ST. CHARLES R-VI

725 N KINGSHIGHWAY ST, St. Charles, MO 63301

Enrollment

785

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#600 of 2,221

In St. Charles

#12 of 33

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

ST. CHARLES R-VI

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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7.4/10

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About St. Charles High

St. Charles High is a public high school in St. Charles, MO, part of ST.

CHARLES R-VI. St. Charles High serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

St. Charles High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for St.

Charles High show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about St. Charles High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

St. Charles High School is a public high school located in St. Charles, Missouri, serving grades 9 through 12 2 . It is one of two high schools in the city, the other being St. Charles West High School 2 .
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How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.2 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
College Readiness5.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation24.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,445
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

St. Charles High — Students at St. Charles High score 49% 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

30.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (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
37%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
84.5%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
41.1%
ELA
46.7%
2025
Math
42.2%
ELA
55.2%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How St. Charles High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in MO
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
16
7 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
24.1% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
7 boys'·9 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

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

Location

725 N KINGSHIGHWAY ST, St. Charles, MO 63301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Charles High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST. CHARLES WEST HIGH (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DUCHESNE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PATTONVILLE SR. HIGH (rated 6.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Maryland Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HARDIN MIDDLE St. Charles 0.4 mi 9.3
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles 0.5 mi 6.6
BLACKHURST ELEMENTARY St. Charles 0.4 mi 9.7
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART St. Charles 0.5 mi 7.9
LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles 0.8 mi 9.1
DUCHESNE HIGH SCHOOL St. Charles 0.8 mi 7.8
COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles 1.0 mi 7.7
ST.CHARLES EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR St. Charles 1.4 mi 6.2
GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles 1.5 mi 5.4
Discovery Elementary St. Charles 2.0 mi 8.2
Early Learning Center St. Charles 2.8 mi 4.8
JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL St. Charles 2.4 mi 7.2
ST. CHARLES WEST HIGH St. Charles 2.4 mi 8.3
MONROE ELEM. St. Charles 2.4 mi 8.8
ST CLETUS SCHOOL St. Charles 2.6 mi 6.5
HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles 3.3 mi 6.4
Orchard Farm High School St. Charles 3.7 mi 6.5
SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles 3.0 mi 5.6
PATTONVILLE SR. HIGH Maryland Heights 3.9 mi 6.9
ROSE ACRES ELEM. Maryland Heights 4.1 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,551

Median Home Value

$249,400

Median Rent

$1,093/mo

Population

51,625

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Charles High

What grades does St. Charles High serve?

St. Charles High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St. Charles High?

St. Charles High has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Charles High?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Charles High is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Charles High rank in MO?

St. Charles High ranks #600 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is St. Charles High's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Charles High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 St. Charles High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Charles High has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Charles High a charter school?

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

Is St. Charles High a Title I school?

No, St. Charles High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Charles High?

30.7% of students at St. Charles 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Charles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

ST. CHARLES R-VI
District Enrollment
4,700
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,445
District Rank
#7 of 11

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