Serving 1,649 students in grades 9-12, Francis Howell North High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Howell North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Francis Howell North High School's student population of 1,649 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis Howell North High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Howell North High School is 0.51, which is more 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
#642 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
68%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 North High School's ranking?
Francis Howell North High School is ranked #642 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Francis Howell North High School often compared to?
Francis Howell North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Howell Central High School, Francis Howell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Francis Howell North High School?
The graduation rate of Francis Howell North High School is 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Francis Howell North High School?
1,649 students attend Francis Howell North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Francis Howell North High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis Howell North High School?
Francis Howell North High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Francis Howell North High School offer ?
Francis Howell North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Francis Howell North High School part of?
Francis Howell North High School is part of Francis Howell R-III School District.
School Reviews
5 9/8/2009
Both of my kids graduated from this school. I love this school and they did too.
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