At a glance
Reported students
874
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
61.15
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Missouri high enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 656 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
323
University City Sr. High: 874 reported students.
State peer staffing position
75th percentile
14.3:1 reported; state peer median 11.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 689
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55.25
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.5:1
What the reported data says about University City Sr. High
University City Sr. High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in University City. It is one of 7 current school records connected to University City. NCES reports 874 students for 2024–25.
Among 656 high schools in Missouri with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 214 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.3:1, above the Missouri median of 11.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (79.5%) and Hispanic or Latino (8.7%). English learners represent 2.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 18 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking University City Sr. High
- 1How do the reported 14.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 61.15 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 100%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White6.6%
- Hispanic8.7%
- Black79.5%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
18 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in University City
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Brittany Woods
Middle · Grades 06–08
557 reported students
Barbara Jordan Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–05
386 reported students
Flynn Park Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–05
323 reported students
Jackson Park Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–05
304 reported students
Pershing Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–05
286 reported students
Julia Goldstein Early Child.
Other · Grades PK–PK
123 reported students
Public schools near University City Sr. High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton High High · Clayton | 09–12 | 788 | 1.4 mi |
| Summit Academy High · Specl. Sch. Dst. St. Louis Co. | 06–12 | 44 | 1.6 mi |
| Met Day Treatment Center High · Division of Youth Service | 06–12 | 11 | 1.8 mi |
| Normandy High High · Normandy Schools Collaborative | 09–12 | 688 | 2.1 mi |
| Soldan International Studies High · St. Louis City | 09–12 | 337 | 3.2 mi |
| Brentwood High High · Brentwood | 09–12 | 195 | 3.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about University City Sr. High
What grades does University City Sr. High serve?
University City Sr. High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in University City.
How many students attend University City Sr. High?
University City Sr. High reported 874 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 656 Missouri high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 689 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at University City Sr. High?
The calculated ratio is 14.3:1, based on 874 students and 61.15 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Missouri median for the same school level is 11.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is University City Sr. High a public, charter, or magnet school?
University City Sr. High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on University City attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of University City Sr. High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
100% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is University City Sr. High in?
University City Sr. High is part of University City, based in University City, MO, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near University City Sr. High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Clayton High (1.4 mi), Summit Academy (1.6 mi), Met Day Treatment Center (1.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.