Serving 1,878 students in grades 9-12, Francis Howell High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Howell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Francis Howell High School's student population of 1,878 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis Howell High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Howell High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#188 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
82%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Howell High School's ranking?
Francis Howell High School is ranked #188 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Francis Howell High School often compared to?
Francis Howell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Howell Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Francis Howell High School?
The graduation rate of Francis Howell High School is 97%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Francis Howell High School?
1,878 students attend Francis Howell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Francis Howell High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis Howell High School?
Francis Howell High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Francis Howell High School offer ?
Francis Howell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Francis Howell High School part of?
Francis Howell High School is part of Francis Howell R-III School District.
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