FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH

1,750 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Francis Howell Central High School, located in St. Charles, Missouri, is a prominent secondary institution within the Francis Howell School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is dedicated to preparing students for post-secondary success, whether through college preparatory coursework, career-technical education, or personal development initiatives.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Francis Howell Central is recognized for its vibrant school spirit and strong emphasis on community engagement. The school offers numerous athletic programs, clubs, and fine arts activities designed to help students explore their interests and build leadership skills. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic achievement and student well-being, the school strives to create a supportive culture that equips graduates with the tools necessary to navigate their future endeavors effectively.

1,750

Total Students

92.3

Full-Time Teachers

19.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

16.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,376
Hispanic	116
Black	124
Asian	43
Two or More	89
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,376 (78.6%)
Black
124 (7.1%)
Hispanic
116 (6.6%)
Two or More
89 (5.1%)
Asian
43 (2.5%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
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:	FRANCIS HOWELL R-III
Phone:	(636)851-4600
Website:	http://fhsdschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,750
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	92.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	225
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	67

* 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 9 429

Grade 10 414

Grade 11 480

Grade 12 427