LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH

1,313 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Ladue Horton Watkins High School (LHWHS), located in the suburb of Ladue in St. Louis County, is widely recognized as one of the top-performing public high schools in Missouri. Serving a diverse student body from the Ladue School District, the school is noted for its rigorous academic environment, consistently high standardized test scores, and an extensive array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students while preparing them for competitive collegiate programs, and the school maintains a strong reputation for academic excellence both regionally and nationally.

Beyond the classroom, Ladue Horton Watkins emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience through a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school culture is characterized by high expectations, strong community support, and a focus on fostering both intellectual growth and civic responsibility. With modern facilities and a dedicated faculty, the school provides a comprehensive educational landscape that consistently ranks it among the premier high schools in the state.
1,313
Total Students
94.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White721
Hispanic63
Black219
Asian213
Two or More96
American Indian1
  • White
    721 (54.9 %)
  • Black
    219 (16.7 %)
  • Asian
    213 (16.2 %)
  • Two or More
    96 (7.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    63 (4.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: LADUE
Phone: (314)993-6447
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,313
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 94.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 137
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24
Grades Taught
Grade 9 331
Grade 10 331
Grade 11 307
Grade 12 344

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9331
Grade 10331
Grade 11307
Grade 12344
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female64649.2%
Male66750.8%
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