FESTUS SR. HIGH SCHOOL

FESTUS SR. HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the FESTUS R-VI school district, located in FESTUS, MO with about 816 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 56 teachers, FESTUS SR. HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Festus Senior High School, located at 501 Westwind Drive in Festus, Missouri, serves as the primary high school for the Festus R-VI School District. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The campus fosters an environment focused on academic achievement, personal growth, and student engagement through a variety of core curriculum offerings and elective programs.

Beyond the classroom, Festus Senior High maintains a robust extracurricular culture, offering numerous athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations that encourage school spirit and community involvement. The school places a strong emphasis on technology integration and supportive instruction to meet the diverse needs of its student body. By bridging traditional learning with modern educational practices, the high school strives to uphold its district's commitment to excellence and foster a sense of belonging for all students within the Festus community.

For more information, contact FESTUS SR. HIGH at (636) 937-5410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.