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#931 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 42% in state

Valley Park Sr. High

High School · VALLEY PARK

1 MAIN ST, Valley Park, MO 63088

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#931 of 2,221

In Valley Park

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

VALLEY PARK

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Valley Park Sr. High

6.8/10

High School in Valley Park · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Valley Park Sr. High

Valley Park Sr. High is a public high school in Valley Park, MO, part of VALLEY PARK. Valley Park Sr.

High serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Park Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #931 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Valley Park Sr. High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above MO schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation12.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,748
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Valley Park Sr. High — Students at Valley Park Sr. High score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (2025 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
64.5%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
64.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
74.5%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
54.5%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
74.5%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
84.5%
2016
Math
90%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
55%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Valley Park Sr. High Compares

See how Valley Park Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in MO
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
7
3 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
12.5% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
3 boys'·4 girls'·15 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1 MAIN ST, Valley Park, MO 63088

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley Park Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTH HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Manchester), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Fenton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Fenton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Valley Park, see our Valley Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
VALLEY PARK MIDDLE Valley Park 0.0 mi 9.2
VALLEY PARK ELEM. Valley Park 0.0 mi 4.1
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Park 0.1 mi 5.9
AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester 1.4 mi 7.0
HERITAGE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fenton 1.8 mi 6.9
SOUTH HIGH Manchester 2.0 mi 7.1
CARMAN TRAILS ELEM. Manchester 2.2 mi 6.7
HANNA WOODS ELEM. Ballwin 2.1 mi 8.0
BARRETTS ELEM. Manchester 2.1 mi 9.2
STANTON ELEM. Fenton 2.2 mi 6.8
ROCKWOOD SUMMIT SR. HIGH Fenton 2.4 mi 7.0
UTHOFF VALLEY ELEM. Fenton 2.0 mi 8.7
SOUTHWEST MIDDLE Ballwin 2.2 mi 6.5
WREN HOLLOW ELEM. Ballwin 2.3 mi 5.3
KELLISON ELEM. Fenton 2.7 mi 6.0
HOPE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Ballwin 2.5 mi
ROCKWOOD SOUTH MIDDLE Fenton 2.8 mi 7.4
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fenton 2.7 mi 6.3
ACADEMY OF ST. LOUIS Manchester 2.8 mi
BOWLES ELEM. Fenton 2.9 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63088 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,023

Median Home Value

$231,700

Median Rent

$1,319/mo

Population

8,423

College Educated

48.4%

Homeownership

50.8%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

39

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GREENFIELD HIGH Greenfield, MO 6.8
MONTGOMERY CO. HIGH Montgomery City, MO 6.8
Milan C-2 High School Milan, MO 6.8
ORAN HIGH SCHOOL Oran, MO 6.8
TWIN RIVERS HIGH Broseley, MO 6.8
Viburnum High Viburnum, MO 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley Park Sr. High

What grades does Valley Park Sr. High serve?

Valley Park Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Valley Park Sr. High?

Valley Park Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Park Sr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley Park Sr. High is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Valley Park Sr. High rank in MO?

Valley Park Sr. High ranks #931 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Valley Park Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley Park Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Valley Park Sr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Park Sr. High has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Valley Park Sr. High a charter school?

No, Valley Park Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Valley Park Sr. High a Title I school?

No, Valley Park Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Park Sr. High?

32.9% of students at Valley Park Sr. 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

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Louis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

VALLEY PARK
District Enrollment
789
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,748
District Rank
#2 of 3

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