Francis Howell Central High School

Francis Howell Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5199 Highway N,  Saint Charles, MO
Francis Howell School District
4.0
3.5
1,741 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Sonny J Arnel
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
62%
Reading Proficiency
75%
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Reading Proficiency
75%
Math Proficiency
62%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
92
Full Time Teachers
92
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
610
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
75.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
255:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
White
79.9%
Black
8.3%
Hispanic
5.4%
Two or more races
4.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.9%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Missouri 266 Students
Missouri State University 188 Students
Maryville University of St. Louis 168 Students
University of Missouri—St. Louis 166 Students
St. Charles Community College 150 Students
Lindenwood University 144 Students
Saint Louis University 137 Students
Southeast Missouri State University 131 Students
Missouri University of Science and Technology 130 Students
Truman State University 129 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 110 Students
Business 102 Students
Psychology 90 Students
Nursing 88 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 49 Students
Marketing 38 Students
Computer Science 35 Students
Education 35 Students
Accounting 35 Students
Chemistry 35 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 337 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/16/2025
The teachers are always incredibly helpful and supportive, if you're willing to ask for help. Both the councilors and faculty are always kind and helpful, no matter the request or question. The only bad thing I can think of is that the bathrooms are hotspots for drug use and vaping.
2.0 Parent
1/27/2025
Francis Howell Central is a good school. I believe they need to have more classes that prepare the student for real life. The dual enrollment program really needs some help. Two of my children have done the program, neither graduated with an associates degree. The counselors in charge of the program are not helpful to the students. I have 3 students at the school and I believe it needs improvement.
5.0 Junior
5/31/2024
Great teachers and staff who are always looking to help students find the best post-high school options.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 8 Reviews
1.0 parent
4/17/2025
If your child does not have any special needs then your probably fine, however, if your child has a need forget any kind of collaboration or communication. You can give the school the Information they request, but they will not communicate that to the staff. They will not collaborate with the parent...
5.0 parent
8/4/2021
Great school! Prepared my daughter for life after high school as well as giving her a top notch education.
5.0 parent
6/1/2016
excellent opportunities, staff engagement, extracurricular activities, leadership. Very dedicated teachers, everyone stresses academic excellence. Outstanding counseling.
2.0 parent
4/6/2016
If your child plays sports be prepared for favoritism and ignorance to ensue. We are currently experiencing this with our second child to attend FHC. 2 different sports with the same experience. Such a disappoint and heartache to see coaches diminish hope and teach children such ignorance by not all...

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Francis Howell Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Saint Charles, MO, in the Cottleville neighborhood, and is served by the Francis Howell School District in Missouri. The school has a total enrollment of 1,741 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 62% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 75% are proficient in reading. Francis Howell Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $349,291. Discover additional schools in the area, like Saeger Middle School, Hollenbeck Middle School, Central Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Saint Charles has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Francis Howell Central High School.

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