De Smet Jesuit High School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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De Smet Jesuit High School

233 N New Ballas Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63141

Tel: (314) 567-3500

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DeSmet Jesuit High School is a Catholic, college preparatory community whose members work together to build a challenging, academic environment set in the context of the life and sprit of Jesus Christ.

While members are constantly encouraged to develop strong personal values and convictions, they achieve success by realizing their leadership potentials through positively impacting the lives of those around them.

They also learn and live the values of St. Ignatius by being intellectually competent, open to growth, religious, loving, and committed to doing justice in generous service to the people of God.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MO School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 645 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,900
Acceptance rate: 75%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

De Smet Jesuit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1967

Colors

White, Maroon

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

645 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 21%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

80 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,900

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Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

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School Notes

School Motto: 'Men for Others'
School Mascot: Sparty

DeSmet Jesuit High School is a Catholic, college preparatory community whose members work together to build a challenging, academic environment set in the context of the life and sprit of Jesus Christ.
While members are constantly encouraged to develop strong personal values and convictions, they achieve success by realizing their leadership potentials through positively impacting the lives of those around them.
They also learn and live the values of St. Ignatius by being intellectually competent, open to growth, religious, loving, and committed to doing justice in generous service to the people of God.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does De Smet Jesuit High School cost?

De Smet Jesuit High School's tuition is approximately $13,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of De Smet Jesuit High School?

The acceptance rate of De Smet Jesuit High School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. De Smet Jesuit High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Missouri with low acceptance rates.

What is De Smet Jesuit High School's ranking?

De Smet Jesuit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for De Smet Jesuit High School?

The application deadline for De Smet Jesuit High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 3/24/2023

My son graduated from De Smet in 2018 and it was worth every penny. The school's curriculum is incredible and he was molded into an even better human. The service hours, brotherhood, and outlook on life were an incredible 4 years of investment.

- Posted by Parent - Jason

5 3/14/2013

My son went here and received a quality education. Due to the advanced curriculum he was able to receive over $100,000 in scholarships.

- Posted by Parent - piers

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked MO School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 645 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,900
Acceptance rate: 75%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $17,419 for elementary schools and $21,551 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).