Serving 799 students in grades 6-8, Francis Howell Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis Howell Middle serves the west part of Saint Charles, MO, covering an area of approximately 110.4 square miles. Families can generally expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Howell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Francis Howell Middle School's student population of 799 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
799 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in community, character, and academics.
School Rankings
Francis Howell Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Howell Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
79%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Howell Middle School's ranking?
Francis Howell Middle School is ranked #68 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Francis Howell Middle School often compared to?
Francis Howell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frontier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Francis Howell Middle School?
799 students attend Francis Howell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Francis Howell Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Howell Middle School?
Francis Howell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis Howell Middle School offer ?
Francis Howell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Howell Middle School part of?
Francis Howell Middle School is part of Francis Howell R-III School District.
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