HANCOCK SR. HIGH SCHOOL

HANCOCK SR. HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the HANCOCK PLACE school district, located in ST LOUIS, MO with about 402 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 24 teachers, HANCOCK SR. HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Hancock Senior High School, located at 229 W. Ripa Ave in St. Louis, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Hancock Place School District. The school is known for its intimate campus environment, which allows for a close-knit academic community. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success through a blend of core academic coursework, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities that foster student engagement and personal development.

As part of the Hancock Place community, the school emphasizes a supportive educational atmosphere that prioritizes student achievement and college or career readiness. By utilizing its resources to provide personalized attention, the high school aims to equip its diverse student body with the necessary skills and social competencies to thrive in a global society. The district maintains a commitment to transparency and community involvement, ensuring that the school remains a central hub for student growth and local pride within the St. Louis area.

For more information, contact HANCOCK SR. HIGH at (314) 544-1200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.