MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH

www.mrhschools.net/domain/22

439 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Maplewood-Richmond Heights High School (MRH High), located at 7539 Manchester Road in Maplewood, Missouri, is a public secondary school known for its commitment to a "small school" philosophy that emphasizes individualized attention and community-based learning. As the flagship high school of the Maplewood-Richmond Heights School District, it serves a diverse student body and maintains a strong focus on project-based learning and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to take an active role in their education and their local community.

Academically, MRH High is recognized for its rigorous curriculum and its dedication to the "Six Pillars of Character," which are deeply integrated into the school’s culture. The district is well-regarded for its emphasis on sustainability, wellness, and real-world application, often utilizing the surrounding neighborhood as an extended classroom. By focusing on critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving, the school aims to prepare its graduates not only for college and career success but also to be engaged and empathetic citizens.

439

Total Students

33.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

31.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	251
Hispanic	36
Black	83
Asian	7
Two or More	62

White
251 (57.2%)
Black
83 (18.9%)
Two or More
62 (14.1%)
Hispanic
36 (8.2%)
Asian
7 (1.6%)

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:	MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS
Phone:	(314)644-4401
Website:	http://www.mrhschools.net/domain/22
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	439
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	105
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	34

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 113

Grade 10 111

Grade 11 116

Grade 12 99