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#220 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 10% in state

St. Charles West High

High School · ST. CHARLES R-VI

3601 DROSTE RD, St. Charles, MO 63301

Enrollment

633

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#220 of 2,221

In St. Charles

#6 of 33

public schools

In district

#5 of 11

ST. CHARLES R-VI

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About St. Charles West High

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

CHARLES R-VI. St. Charles West High serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio.

St. Charles West High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for St.

Charles West High show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+8.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.2% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation34.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,445
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

St. Charles West High — Students at St. Charles West High score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.9% (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
66%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
95%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
55%
ELA
50.9%
2025
Math
58.6%
ELA
65.2%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How St. Charles West High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in MO
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
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
2%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
34.1% 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

3601 DROSTE RD, St. Charles, MO 63301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Charles West High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DUCHESNE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST. CHARLES HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby St. Peters), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MONROE ELEM. St. Charles 0.1 mi 8.8
JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL St. Charles 0.2 mi 7.2
ST CLETUS SCHOOL St. Charles 0.2 mi 6.5
GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles 0.9 mi 5.4
SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles 1.7 mi 5.6
HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles 1.7 mi 7.0
DUCHESNE HIGH SCHOOL St. Charles 1.8 mi 7.8
BLACKHURST ELEMENTARY St. Charles 2.0 mi 9.7
HARDIN MIDDLE St. Charles 2.1 mi 9.3
COVERDELL ELEM. St. Charles 2.2 mi 7.7
ST.CHARLES EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR St. Charles 2.5 mi 6.2
ST. CHARLES HIGH St. Charles 2.4 mi 7.4
EARLY CHILD. FAMILY EDUC CTR. St. Charles 2.9 mi 3.9
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles 2.6 mi 6.6
LINCOLN ELEM. St. Charles 2.7 mi 9.1
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH St. Charles 3.1 mi 7.1
HENDERSON ELEM. St. Charles 3.1 mi 5.7
HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles 3.5 mi 6.4
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART St. Charles 3.0 mi 7.9
FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters 3.0 mi 7.4

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 West High

What grades does St. Charles West High serve?

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

How many students attend St. Charles West High?

St. Charles West High has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St. Charles West High is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Charles West High rank in MO?

St. Charles West High ranks #220 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is St. Charles West High's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Charles West High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 West High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Charles West High has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is St. Charles West High a charter school?

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

Is St. Charles West High a Title I school?

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

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

2.1% of students at St. Charles West 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
St. Charles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

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

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