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#332 of 399 private schools in MO
St Louis University High School
High School
4970 OAKLAND AVE, St. Louis, MO 63110
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#332 of 399
In St. Louis
#69 of 74
public schools
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About St Louis University High School
St Louis University High School is a private high school in St. Louis, MO. St Louis University High School serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
St Louis University High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Louis University High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Louis University High School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Louis University High School (this school) | 5.2 |
| GATEWAY HIGH | 4.9 |
| ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL | — |
| METRO HIGH | 8.8 |
| CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH | 5.2 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO | 9.1 |
| MO School for the Blind - HS | 4.4 |
| SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES | 4.0 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH | 7.4 |
| GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR | — |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH | 5.8 |
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY | 4.1 |
| GATEWAY/HUBERT WHEELER SCHOOL | — |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH | 3.7 |
| SUMNER HIGH | 3.5 |
| VASHON HIGH | 3.2 |
| MCKINLEY CLASS. LEADERSHIP AC. | 8.4 |
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH | 3.4 |
| COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING | 3.8 |
| BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL | 2.4 |
| Kairos High | 7.0 |
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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
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 9.1/10, 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, CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 4.2 |
| CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF St. Louis | 0.4 mi | — |
| GATEWAY HIGH St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| 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 | 6.1 |
| 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 | 5.7 |
| MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SHAW VISUAL/PERF. ARTS CTR. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| THE BIOME St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| ST MARGARET OF SCOTLAND SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| HILLSBORO HIGH Hillsboro, MO | 5.2 |
| VAN HORN HIGH Independnce, MO | 5.2 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 5.3 |
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph, MO | 5.1 |
| MCDONALD COUNTY HIGH Anderson, MO | 5.1 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 5.4 |
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 ranks #332 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Louis University High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Louis University High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; 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.
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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 city
- Phone
- (314) 531-0330
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