Serving 1,778 students in grades 9-12, Francis Howell Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 1,778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Howell Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Francis Howell Central High School's student population of 1,778 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
1,778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis Howell Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Howell Central High School is 0.34, 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
#466 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
81%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Howell Central High School's ranking?
Francis Howell Central High School is ranked #466 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Francis Howell Central High School often compared to?
Francis Howell Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Howell High School, Francis Howell North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Francis Howell Central High School?
The graduation rate of Francis Howell Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Francis Howell Central High School?
1,778 students attend Francis Howell Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Francis Howell Central High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis Howell Central High School?
Francis Howell Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Francis Howell Central High School offer ?
Francis Howell Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Francis Howell Central High School part of?
Francis Howell Central High School is part of Francis Howell R-III School District.
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