De Smet Jesuit High School

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 Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 645 students
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
645 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
De Smet Jesuit High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

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: 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)
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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.
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5  
My son went here and received a quality education. Due to the advanced curriculum he was able to receive over $100,000 in scholarships.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 645 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Saint Louis, MO is $17,994 for elementary schools and $19,963 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Saint Louis, MO is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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