Skip to main content

Average

#332 of 399 private schools in MO

St Louis University High School

High School

4970 OAKLAND AVE, St. Louis, MO 63110

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

968

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#69 of 74

public schools

Missouri high schools

#46 of 52

About St Louis University High School

St. Louis University High School serves 968 students in grades 9 through 12 in Saint Louis, Missouri. With 83 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom.

The school has earned recognition as one of Missouri's top-performing high schools, ranking #12 out of 399 schools statewide and placing in the 97th percentile. This impressive ranking reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and has earned it a strong 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. Located on Oakland Avenue in the 63110 zip code area, the school serves a well-educated community where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood reflects economic stability with a median household income of $69,420 and a relatively low poverty rate of 9.5%. Median home values in the area reach $292,600, indicating a community that values education and invests in quality housing. The combination of small class sizes, strong academic reputation, and supportive community environment creates an atmosphere conducive to student success.

St. Louis University High School operates in the heart of a large city, providing students with both urban opportunities and a close-knit school community focused on academic achievement.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Louis University High School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

Beta

How St Louis University High School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
18:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
968
This School
vs
571
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.3% vs 0%
Black 6.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.6% vs 0%
Asian 3.1% vs 0%
St Louis University High School St. Louis Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
St Louis University High School (this school) 5.2
GATEWAY HIGH 5.7
ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
METRO HIGH 9.1
CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH 5.3
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO 8.8
MO School for the Blind - HS 6.5
SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES 6.4
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH 7.6
GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR
GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH 6.1
MILLER CAREER ACADEMY 4.5
GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL
ROOSEVELT HIGH 4.5
SUMNER HIGH 4.6
VASHON HIGH 5.1
MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. 7.0
KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH 5.2
COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING 7.9
BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL 5.3
Kairos High

Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in St. Louis

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,101.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 968
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.3%
Black 6.2%
Hispanic 4.6%
Asian 3.1%
Two or More 2.1%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4970 OAKLAND AVE, St. Louis, MO 63110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Louis University High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
COMPTON-DREW ILC MIDDLE St. Louis 0.2 mi 5.7
CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis 0.4 mi
GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis 0.5 mi 5.7
FOREST PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL St. Louis 0.4 mi
ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL St. Louis 0.7 mi
ADAMS ELEM. St. Louis 0.7 mi 5.2
STIX EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. St. Louis 0.7 mi 6.4
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL St. Louis 0.9 mi 6.3
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI ECEC St. Louis 0.9 mi 6.2
CITY GARDEN MONTESSORI EAEC St. Louis 0.9 mi 8.4
MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.6
SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. St. Louis 1.2 mi 7.0
ROSATI-KAIN HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis 1.2 mi 7.0
SOUTH CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis 1.5 mi 5.8
TOWER GROVE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis 1.5 mi 7.8
CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH St. Louis 1.7 mi 5.3
THE BIOME St. Louis 1.6 mi 8.8
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis 1.7 mi 8.8
ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis 1.4 mi 6.2
SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES St. Louis 1.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,809

Median Home Value

$314,600

Median Rent

$1,183/mo

Population

17,725

College Educated

64%

Homeownership

42.3%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

34.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Louis University High School has a median household income of $73,809. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $314,600, with a median rent of $1,183/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 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
LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph, MO 5.2
HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO 5.3
KIRKSVILLE SR. HIGH Kirksville, MO 5.3
NEVADA HIGH Nevada, MO 5.3
SALEM SR. HIGH Salem, MO 5.3
VASHON HIGH St. Louis, MO 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Louis University High School

What grades does St Louis University High School serve?

St Louis University High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Louis University High School?

St Louis University High School has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Louis University High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Louis University High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Louis University High School rank in MO?

St Louis University High School is ranked #332 out of 399 private schools in MO.

What is St Louis University High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Louis University High School has a composite rating of 5.2 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.

Is St Louis University High School a private school?

Yes, St Louis University High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Louis University High School a religious school?

St Louis University High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable
City Safety
High (7,108/100K)

Powered by Walk Score

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
968
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
162 days
Setting
Large City
County
ST. LOUIS
Data Year
2022–2023

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.

Read our full methodology

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.