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#175 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 44% of private schools
St Pius X Catholic High School
High School
1030 SAINT PIUS DR, Festus, MO 63028
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#175 of 399
In Festus
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Pius X Catholic High School
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About St Pius X Catholic High School
St Pius X Catholic High School is a private high school in Festus, MO. St Pius X Catholic High School serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pius X Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, St Pius X Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Pius X Catholic 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 Pius X Catholic High School compares to the 9 public schools in Festus, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Festus
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pius X Catholic High School (this school) | 6.5 |
| FESTUS MIDDLE | 5.9 |
| FESTUS ELEM. | 8.0 |
| FESTUS INTERMEDIATE | 5.5 |
| FESTUS SR. HIGH | 6.7 |
| PLATTIN PRIMARY | 6.7 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE | 3.5 |
| JEFFERSON R-VII PRESCHOOL | 3.2 |
| DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE | 7.8 |
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.
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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
1030 SAINT PIUS DR, Festus, MO 63028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pius X Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HERCULANEUM HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Herculaneum), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FESTUS SR. HIGH (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Festus, see our Festus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FESTUS ELEM. Festus | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FESTUS MIDDLE Festus | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CRYSTAL CITY ELEM. Crystal City | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| TWIN CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Festus | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| FESTUS INTERMEDIATE Festus | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| FESTUS SR. HIGH Festus | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CRYSTAL CITY HIGH Crystal City | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PLATTIN PRIMARY Festus | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Festus | 3.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HERCULANEUM HIGH Herculaneum | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
| TELEGRAPH INTERMEDIATE Festus | 4.2 mi | 3.5 |
| JEFFERSON R-VII PRESCHOOL Festus | 4.2 mi | 3.2 |
| TAYLOR EARLY CHILDHOOD Herculaneum | 4.7 mi | — |
| DANBY-RUSH TOWER MIDDLE Festus | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SENN-THOMAS MIDDLE Herculaneum | 5.2 mi | 3.7 |
| PEVELY ELEM. Pevely | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MAPAVILLE SCHOOL Mapaville | 5.8 mi | 2.8 |
| ATHENA ELEM. Desoto | 7.0 mi | 6.0 |
| JAMES E. FREER ELEM. Barnhart | 9.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Valmeyer High School Valmeyer | 9.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,468
Median Home Value
$221,600
Median Rent
$937/mo
Population
27,913
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Ellington, MO | 6.5 |
| GRANDVIEW HIGH Hillsboro, MO | 6.5 |
| HARRISBURG HIGH Harrisburg, MO | 6.5 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD HIGH New Bloomfield, MO | 6.5 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City, MO | 6.5 |
| OAK RIDGE HIGH Oak Ridge, MO | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pius X Catholic High School
What grades does St Pius X Catholic High School serve?
St Pius X Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Pius X Catholic High School?
St Pius X Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pius X Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pius X Catholic High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pius X Catholic High School rank in MO?
St Pius X Catholic High School ranks #175 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Pius X Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pius X Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pius X Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St Pius X Catholic High School is a private coeducational 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 Pius X Catholic High School a religious school?
St Pius X Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 282
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (636) 931-7487
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