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Experiential education for grades 6-12 in St. Louis

About

At The Whitfield School, we believe that learning is an experience—one that involves the mind and heart, igniting curiosity, collaboration, and personal growth.

Our unique approach to education blends rigorous academics with hands-on learning, ensuring that every student thrives intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Whether exploring complex concepts in the classroom, working on interdisciplinary projects, or engaging in the community, Whitfield students are empowered to take wise risks, support one another, and develop the skills needed for a rapidly changing world. We don’t just prepare students for college—we prepare them for life.

FACTS & FIGURES

Overview

Founded in 1952
26 acre campus
425 average student enrollment

Faculty

45 full-time faculty
34 faculty with advanced degrees
11% faculty of color

Classroom

Student to teacher ratio of 9:1
Average class size of 12.5
Student to laptop ratio of 1:1

Diversity

38% students of color
2% international students
Students from 141 feeder schools

College Choices

100% of students accepted to college
85% attend college outside of MO
56% attend college outside the Midwest

Athletics

80% of students participate
32 athletics teams
38 state championships

Student Life

23 student-led clubs
10 affinity groups
100% of students bleed green

Tuition & Affordability

$34,050 tuition 
$18,700 average financial aid award
$5,000 average merit scholarship award

Giving

100% of faculty, staff give
$1.2M annual fund goal 
$13.5M Endowment (as of 6/30/23)