Serving 1,313 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 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 39%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Ladue Horton Watkins High School's student population of 1,313 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ladue Horton Watkins High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ladue Horton Watkins High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#30 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
55%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladue Horton Watkins High School's ranking?
Ladue Horton Watkins High School is ranked #30 out of 2,084 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 97%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ladue Horton Watkins High School?
1,313 students attend Ladue Horton Watkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ladue Horton Watkins High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ladue Horton Watkins High School offer ?
Ladue Horton Watkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ladue Horton Watkins High School part of?
Ladue Horton Watkins High School is part of Ladue School District.
School Reviews
2 2/10/2020
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.
2 10/16/2014
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.
5 3/14/2014
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!
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