Ladue Horton Watkins High School is a public high school in Ladue, Missouri, United States, that is administered by the Ladue School District. Its namesake, Horton Watkins, was vice president of the International Shoe Company and died in 1949.
Serving 1,395 students in grades 9-12, Ladue Horton Watkins High School ranks in the top 5% 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 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladue Horton Watkins High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ladue Horton Watkins High School's student population of 1,395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ladue Horton Watkins High 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 Ladue Horton Watkins High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#102 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
17%
15%
White
51%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladue Horton Watkins High School's ranking?
Ladue Horton Watkins High School is ranked #102 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ladue Horton Watkins High School often compared to?
Ladue Horton Watkins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton High School, Kirkwood Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ladue Horton Watkins High School?
The graduation rate of Ladue Horton Watkins High School is 98%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ladue Horton Watkins High School?
1,395 students attend Ladue Horton Watkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ladue Horton Watkins High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ladue Horton Watkins High School?
Ladue Horton Watkins High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ladue Horton Watkins High School offer ?
Ladue Horton Watkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ladue Horton Watkins High School part of?
Ladue Horton Watkins High School is part of Ladue School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is much like a private school. It's clean, and safe. Everyone minds their own business and gets along well. The teachers and teaching is excellent. I would recommend this school to anyone. My daughter is a freshman, and absolutely loves it!
2 10/10/2025
Since the school decided to give every one of their students an iPad, educational quality at the school has decreased sharply because the skilled teachers are forced to use useless tools in their classrooms rather than relying on their considerable talents.
2 10/10/2025
With a Senior this year and son who graduated a two years ago I would give this school a 4.9 out of 5. Majority of the teachers are amazing as well as the administrative staff. They do have a few teachers that need to retire but I believe that is in every school. They do an excellent job of preparing their students to succeed in college.
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