Best Missouri high schools for athletes? According to one study, these are top 25
Joseph SpearsFrom the professional ranks to high school standouts, numerous legends have come from Missouri. Some notable names include Yogi Berra, Tom Watson, and Jayson Tatum.
The state remains one of the best in its region for high school talent, and that’s not going to change anytime soon.
Which high schools in Missouri are considered the best for athletes in 2026?
According to a study conducted by Niche, which accounts for survey feedback from students and parents—accounting for "reviews of athletics, number of state championships, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school"—and data from the U.S. Department of Education, these are the top 25.
25. Lee's Summit North High School
Total number of sports: 21
24. Nerinx Hall High School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 13
23. Chaminade College Preparatory School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 18
22. Blair Oaks High School (Jefferson City)
Total number of sports: 14
21. Notre Dame de Sion High School (Kansas City)
Total number of sports: 11
20. St. John Vianney High School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 14
19. Francis Howell High School (St. Charles)
Total number of sports: 23
18. Jackson Senior High School (Jackson)
Total number of sports: 20
17. Nixa High School
Total number of sports: 27
16. John Burroughs School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 34
15. Lafayette High School (Wildwood)
Total number of sports: 25
14. St. Joseph's Academy (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 13
13. Cor Jesu Academy (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 13
12. St. Dominic High School (O'fallon)
Total number of sports: 25
11. Rockwood Summit Senior High School (Fenton)
Total number of sports: 23
10. Helias Catholic High School (Jefferson City)
Total number of sports: 19
9. St. Louis University High School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 21
8. Eureka Senior High School (Eureka)
Total number of sports: 24
7. Incarnate Word Academy (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 10
6. St. Teresa's Academy (Kansas City)
Total number of sports: 13
5. Rockhurst High School (Kansas City)
Total number of sports: 13
4. MICDS - Mary Institute & St. Louis Country Day School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 29
3. De Smet Jesuit High School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 20
2. Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School (St. Louis)
Total number of sports: 8
1. Christian Brothers College High School (Town and Country)
Total number of sports: 11
