HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the HAZELWOOD school district, located in FLORISSANT, MO with about 1,887 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 114 teachers, HAZELWOOD CENTRAL 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.

HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH School, located in Florissant, Missouri, serves as one of the flagship secondary institutions within the Hazelwood School District. As a large, comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse academic environment focused on preparing students for post-secondary success through a variety of core curriculum offerings, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and elective programs. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a sense of community and school spirit, supported by an extensive range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs that cater to a wide array of student interests.

Beyond its academic and extracurricular programming, Hazelwood Central is deeply committed to the holistic development of its student body. The school leverages its location in the St. Louis metropolitan area to provide students with resources and opportunities that emphasize career readiness and civic engagement. With a diverse student population, the school works to promote an inclusive culture, aiming to equip its graduates with the essential skills, character, and academic foundation necessary to navigate and contribute to a global society.

For more information, contact HAZELWOOD CENTRAL HIGH at (314) 953-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.