John Burroughs School

John Burroughs School is an independent coeducational college preparatory school in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 1923. Serving students in grades 7 through 12, Burroughs enrolls approximately 630 students on its beautiful 47-acre campus in the Ladue area. The school is consistently ranked among the top secondary schools in the United States and is known for its exceptional academic rigor, outstanding faculty, and remarkable student outcomes. Burroughs offers a rich curriculum with honors and Advanced Placement courses, supplemented by an extensive arts program, competitive athletics, and robust extracurricular offerings. The school's teaching philosophy emphasizes close student-faculty relationships and intellectual curiosity. Burroughs's college counseling program produces outstanding placement at the nation's most selective universities. The school maintains a strong financial aid program. John Burroughs School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States.