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#1837 of 2,216 schools in MO

St. Clair High

High School · ST. CLAIR R-XIII

1015 HIGH SCHOOL DR, St. Clair, MO 63077

Enrollment

648

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In St. Clair

#4 of 5

public schools

Missouri high schools

#451 of 532

In district

#4 of 5

ST. CLAIR R-XIII

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Strong

About St. Clair High

ST. CLAIR HIGH, located in the town of St. Clair, Missouri, is a regular public high school serving grades 9 through 12 with an enrollment of 648 students.

The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1, providing a relatively supportive learning environment with 47 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The academic performance at ST. CLAIR HIGH shows room for improvement according to the MySchoolScout rating and state ranking.

With an overall rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranked 34th percentile among Missouri schools, the school is focusing on student development. In terms of subject proficiency, 49% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 27% show proficiency or better in Math. ST.

CLAIR HIGH is situated in a small town setting, offering its students a close-knit community atmosphere and easy access to local resources.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32%
Reading/ELA Proficiency42%
Overall Proficiency37%
Expected (poverty-adj.)41%
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
College Readiness2.1Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation3.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,193

St. Clair High — Students at St. Clair High score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How St. Clair High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
17th percentile in MO
Academic
5.7/10
5.7/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
5.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers

Location

1015 HIGH SCHOOL DR, St. Clair, MO 63077

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Clair High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SULLIVAN SR. HIGH (rated 6.3/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Sullivan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNION HIGH (rated 5.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Clair, see our St. Clair schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST. CLAIR JR. HIGH St. Clair 0.1 mi 5.4
EDGAR MURRAY ELEM. St. Clair 0.1 mi 5.1
ST. CLAIR ELEM. St. Clair 0.4 mi 4.6
FRANKLIN CO. SPECL. ED. COOP. St. Clair 3.9 mi 6.4
PRAIRIE DELL ELEMENTARY Union 6.4 mi 4.1
CENTRAL ELEM. Union 7.5 mi 4.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union 7.8 mi 6.0
UNION MIDDLE Union 8.0 mi 6.2
AUTUMN HILL SCHOOL Union 8.1 mi 5.3
UNION HIGH Union 8.2 mi 5.7
CROSSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Villa Ridge 9.4 mi 7.6
Clearview Elementary Union 10.1 mi 8.8
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Villa Ridge 10.4 mi 6.8
LONEDELL ELEM. Lonedell 9.2 mi 6.7
ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Washington 11.7 mi 5.6
BEAUFORT ELEM. Beaufort 10.4 mi 8.5
ROBERTSVILLE ELEM. Robertsville 10.4 mi 3.7
COLEMAN ELEM. Villa Ridge 12.2 mi 8.9
South Point Elementary Washington 13.6 mi 8.7
SULLIVAN SR. HIGH Sullivan 11.9 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,458

Median Home Value

$161,800

Median Rent

$869/mo

Population

11,466

College Educated

12.5%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

39.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding St. Clair High has a median household income of $56,458. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,800, with a median rent of $869/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 31 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
CLINTON SR. HIGH Clinton, MO 5.0
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs, MO 5.0
PLEASANT HILL HIGH Pleasant Hill, MO 5.0
FULTON SR. HIGH Fulton, MO 4.8
MOBERLY SR. HIGH Moberly, MO 4.8
VASHON HIGH St. Louis, MO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Clair High

What grades does St. Clair High serve?

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

How many students attend St. Clair High?

St. Clair High has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St. Clair High is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Clair High rank in MO?

St. Clair High is ranked #1837 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is St. Clair High's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Clair High has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St. Clair High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, St. Clair High has 27.0% math proficiency and 48.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is St. Clair High a charter school?

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

Is St. Clair High a Title I school?

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

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

49.8% of students at St. Clair 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

City Safety
High (2,964/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Clair). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Franklin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ST. CLAIR R-XIII
District Enrollment
2,092
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,464
District Rank
#4 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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