For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 993 students in 63601, MO.
The top ranked public high schools in 63601, MO are Special Acres School, Central High School and West County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 63601 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 63601, MO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 63601 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West County High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 30% (majority Black).
Best 63601, MO Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Special Acres School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 Eighth St
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
116 Rebel Dr
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-2616
Gr: 9-12 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
West County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
768 Hwy M
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 562-7535
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 562-7535
Gr: 9-12 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
63601, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Closed (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
519 8th St
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Park Hills, MO 63601
(573) 431-3076
Gr: Inquire with school | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 63601, MO?
The top ranked public high schools in 63601, MO include Special Acres School, Central High School and West County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 63601?
3 public high schools are located in 63601.
What is the racial composition of students in 63601?
63601 public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 30% (majority Black).
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