Needs Improvement
#2145 of 2,221 schools in MO
Sumner High
High School · ST. LOUIS CITY
4248 COTTAGE AVE, St. Louis, MO 63113
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,145 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#176 of 193
public schools
In district
#60 of 63
ST. LOUIS CITY
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About Sumner High
Sumner High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of ST. LOUIS CITY.
Sumner High serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sumner High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,145 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Sumner High show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at Sumner High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sumner High — Students at Sumner High score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Sumner High Compares
See how Sumner High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4248 COTTAGE AVE, St. Louis, MO 63113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sumner High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. METRO HIGH (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAP ST. LOUIS (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HICKEY ELEM. St. Louis | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ASHLAND ELEM. AND BR. St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| COLE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| GRISCOM JUVENILE DETENTION CTR St. Louis | 1.1 mi | — |
| CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| BEAUMONT CTE HIGH SCHOOL St. Louis | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| LOYOLA ACADEMY OF ST LOUIS St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| North Side Community School St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MAP ST. LOUIS St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| THE BIOME St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| METRO HIGH St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| YEATMAN-LIDDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| MILLER CAREER ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| WASHINGTON MONTESSORI St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACADEMY HIGH St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| GRAND CENTER ARTS ACAD MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| COLUMBIA ELEM. COMM. ED. CTR. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| VASHON HIGH St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| LEXINGTON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,647
Median Home Value
$75,600
Median Rent
$914/mo
Population
11,610
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
47.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KIPP ST. LOUIS HIGH St. Louis, MO | 3.4 |
| DeLaSalle Charter High School Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| LEXINGTON HIGH Lexington, MO | 3.7 |
| SENECA HIGH Seneca, MO | 3.9 |
| SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES St. Louis, MO | 4.0 |
| CHARLESTON HIGH Charleston, MO | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sumner High
What grades does Sumner High serve?
Sumner High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sumner High?
Sumner High has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sumner High?
The student-teacher ratio at Sumner High is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sumner High rank in MO?
Sumner High ranks #2,145 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Sumner High's MySchoolScout rating?
Sumner High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Sumner High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sumner High has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sumner High a charter school?
No, Sumner High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sumner High a Title I school?
No, Sumner High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sumner High?
100.0% of students at Sumner 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- St. Louis city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.0%
- Phone
- (314) 371-1048
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
ST. LOUIS CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,284
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,979
- District Rank
- #60 of 63
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