Founded in 1850 as St. Joseph’s Academy by French Christian Brothers, CBC High is the oldest Lasallian school in the U.S., operating continuously since . The school earned its “college charter” in 1855 and has remained a center of Catholic education ever since. Its current campus in Town & Country, MO, has been home since 2003, carrying forward 175 years of tradition
Campus & Facilities
A striking brick-and-tower campus, blending tradition and modernity .
Tech-forward classrooms, a 1:1 laptop program, STEM labs, Wi‑Fi-covered campus.
Sports arena, stadium, art studios, and advanced science labs that support a full student experience .
3. Academic Excellence & Programs
College-prep curriculum includes honors, AP, and dual-credit courses via SLU and UMSL.
Offers 50+ college credit courses including AP in STEM, arts, humanities, and languages .
Strong emphasis on STEM Academy—robotics, cybersecurity, aviation science
Student Body & Performance
Serves around 860 young men in grades 9–12, with a 11:1 student-teacher ratio.
Academically successful: 99% graduation rate, average SAT ~1240, ACT ~27.
Around 87% matriculate to four-year colleges, including top-tier institutions .
5. Athletics & Extracurriculars
Named #1 high school for athletics in Missouri and St. Louis counties .
Offers robust sports programs (football, baseball, soccer, etc.) and STEM clubs, arts, music, and performing arts .
6. Admission & Tuition
As a private, Catholic (Lasallian) boys’ school, CBC High admits based on academic record, references, and interviews.
Annual tuition is approximately US $14,725 (2025), with 38% of students receiving financial aid
7. Rankings & Highlights
Top-rated across categories: athletics, academics, STEM, and all-boys education in Missouri & St. Louis .
Recognised for excellence in college prep curriculum, student resources, and extracurricular offerings .
8. Parent & Student Experiences
Parents praise college prep excellence, faculty, and strong student community.
CBC is known for a strong brotherhood atmosphere, aligned with Lasallian values.
Some highlight the challenge of single-gender learning, but overall satisfaction remains high.
9.FAQs
Q1. Is CBC High co-ed?
No—it is an all-boys Catholic school serving grades 9–12.
Q2. What is the average class size?
Small class sizes with around 18 students per class
Q3. What percentage go to college?
Nearly 87–99%, with nearly all students moving on to four-year universities .
Q4. Does CBC offer financial aid?
Yes—about 38% receive financial assistance .