Saint Louis University High School, founded in 1818, is a private, Jesuit secondary educational institution located in Forest Park South in the City of St. Louis.
The school provides a premier education infused with the five-century-old tradition and philosophy of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Founder of the Society of Jesus.
Since its inception, SLUH has been preparing young men not only for college, but for full lives as intelligent and compassionate individuals.
SLUH helps develop each student in an environment that fosters the growth of the whole person.
Its curriculum is designed to challenge the abilities of students while engaging their interest.
The SLUH community aims to instill in young men not only knowledge, but spiritual, moral and aesthetic values that will prepare them for a life of high achievement, community service and personal fulfillment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MO School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,000 students
- Yearly Tuition: $26,400
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 250 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 6
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
St. Louis University High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
SLUH guarantees extended time & preferential seating for those with these documented accommodations. Additionally, we have a robust Learning Center offering programs and support for students with diagnosed learning differences.
Year Founded
1818
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2015
Campus Size
32 acres
Student Body
Total Students
1,000 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
91%
Average Class Size
250 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
43 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
(Honors Course) African American Voices(Honors Course) Alienated Hero
(Honors Course) American Literature(Honors Course) Anatomy & Physiology
(Honors Course) AP Stats w/ Pre-Calc(Honors Course) Arabic III
(Honors Course) Arabic IV(Honors Course) Chinese III
(Honors Course) Chinese IV(Honors Course) Dante & The Modern World
(Honors Course) Fantasy & Realism(Honors Course) French III
(Honors Course) Honors Geometry(Honors Course) Honors Pre-Calculus
(Honors Course) Latin III(Honors Course) Latin IV
(Honors Course) Russian III(Honors Course) Russian IV
(Honors Course) Senior English Capstone(Honors Course) Shakespeare
(Honors Course) Spanish III(Honors Course) Spanish IV
(Honorse Course) Honors ChemistryAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Comparative Government
AP Computer ScienceAP English
AP Environmental ScienceAP French
AP LatinAP Macroeconomics
AP MicroeconomicsAP Physics I
AP Physics IIAP Psychology
AP SpanishAP Stats
AP Stats w/ Pre CalcAP US Government & Politics
AP US HistoryAP World History
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, collared shirt, belt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 6
Yearly Tuition Cost
$26,400
Tuition Notes
A SLUH education is an invaluable investment that we believe should be available to talented students from all financial backgrounds. We admit young men based on their ability to succeed, rather than their families\' economic circumstances; therefore, SLUH practices needs-blind admissions and awards $6.1M in financial aid to 50%+ of our students annually.
% on Financial Aid
50%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$12,575
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Ann Murphy
Admissions Associate
Jennifer Thomas
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
21 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
109 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Admissions AmbassadorsAI in Careers Club
Antiracist Coalition (ARC)Arabic Language & Culture Club
Asian Student AllianceAssociation for Cultural Enrichment (ACES)
Beekeeping ClubBerchman鈥檚 Society
Biomedical EngineersBlack Student Union
Business Administration ClubCampus Ministry
Car ClubChess Club
Circus ClubClavius Project
Coding ClubCoffee Club
Community ServiceConrads Scholars
Engineering ClubEuchre Club
Farm-to-Table ClubFrench Club
Geospatial ClubGreek Club
Green AmbassadorsHispanos y Latinos Unidos
Ignatian Family Teach-InJr. Bills in DC
KINO TeensLatin Club
Lion Dance ClubMagic the Gathering Club
Math CompetitionsMedical Careers Club
Men for LifeMindfulness Club
Missouri Youth & Govt.Mock Sports Center
Mock Trial ClubModel U.N.
National Honor SocietyNeurophysiology Club
On OaklandTVOneWorld Club
Ongoing ConversationsPastoral Teams
Pre-Veterinarian ClubPrepNews
President's AmbassadorsRobotics Club
Russian ClubScholar Bowl
Scouting AwardsShadow@SLUH Hosts
SLUH Energy TeamSLUH Historical Society
SLUH Mindfulness ClubSLUH Sodality
SLUH Sports Network (SSN)SLUH Student Media
SLUH VR ClubSLUH WasteTeam
SLUH4GESmash Club
Sodality for Our LadySpanish Club
Speech TeamSTEM Club
Strategy Board GameStudent Council (StuCo)
Sub ClubTailgate Club
Urban Planners ClubYearbook (TheDauphin)
Young Urban PlannersYouth Leadership St. Louis
Arts and Music Programs:
Art & Design ClubCreative Filmmaking
Dauphin Players (theater)Film Club
Improv NightLiturgical Music
Photography ClubPoetry Out Loud
Senior FolliesShakespeare Contest
Sisyphus (Art & Literary Magazine)SLUH Audio Engineers
SLUH CrewTheater Crew
Woodworking Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Airsoft / Paintball ClubBadminton Club
Bike ClubBocce Club
Bowling ClubBushwack Bills
Climbing ClubDisc Golf Club
eSports ClubFishing Club
Outdoor Adventure ClubPickleball Club
Ping Pong ClubRifle Club
Sand Volleyball ClubWeightlifting Club
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating Men for Others Since 1818
- School Mascot: Jr. Billikens
- Saint Louis University High School, founded in 1818, is a private, Jesuit secondary educational institution located in Forest Park South in the City of St. Louis. The school provides a premier education infused with the five-century-old tradition and philosophy of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Founder of the Society of Jesus. Since its inception, SLUH has been preparing young men not only for college, but for full lives as intelligent and compassionate individuals. SLUH helps develop each student in an environment that fosters the growth of the whole person. Its curriculum is designed to challenge the abilities of students while engaging their interest. The SLUH community aims to instill in young men not only knowledge, but spiritual, moral and aesthetic values that will prepare them for a life of high achievement, community service and personal fulfillment.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Chris Albers '86 - Academy Award-nominated movie producer
- Jack Boehm '44 - former President and CEO of Valvoline Oil Company
- James Gunn '84 - Co-Chair & Co-CEO of DC Films; filmmaker and screenwriter, well known as director and writer of Guardians of the Galaxy movie series
- Hubert Schlafly '37 - inventor of the teleprompter
- Stephen Pelletier '71 - President of Prudential Annuities
- Jean Baptiste Charbonneau - son of Sacagawea and Toussaint Charbonneau, members of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, pictured as an infant on the U.S. One Dollar Coin
- Ed Macauley '45 - NBA Hall of Famer
- Stuart Meyer '51 - President and CEO of the St. Louis Cardinals ('92-'94)
- Countless athletes - Use the following link to learn about them - https://stlouis-210-us-central1-01.preview.finalsitecdn.com/athletics/notable-athletes
- Countless authors - Use the following link to learn about them - https://library.sluh.org/SLUHauthors
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Louis University High School cost?
St. Louis University High School's tuition is approximately $26,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Louis University High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Louis University High School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. St. Louis University High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Missouri with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. Louis University High School?
St. Louis University High School famous alumni include: Chris Albers '86, Jack Boehm '44, James Gunn '84, Hubert Schlafly '37, Stephen Pelletier '71, Jean Baptiste Charbonneau, Ed Macauley '45, Stuart Meyer '51, Countless athletes and Countless authors.
What sports does St. Louis University High School offer?
St. Louis University High School offers 21 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, E-sports, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Riflery, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. St. Louis University High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for most sports offered.
What is St. Louis University High School's ranking?
St. Louis University High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Louis University High School?
The application deadline for St. Louis University High School is Dec. 6.
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