High Ridge, Missouri facts for kids
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High Ridge, Missouri
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Location of High Ridge, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Jefferson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.77 sq mi (9.77 km2) |
| • Land | 3.77 sq mi (9.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,242 |
| • Density | 1,124.90/sq mi (434.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
63049
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| Area code(s) | 636 |
| FIPS code | 29-32140 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393049 |
High Ridge is a community in Jefferson County, Missouri, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population, even though it's not officially a city or town.
In 2010, about 4,305 people lived here. High Ridge is quite high up, at 927 feet (283 meters) above sea level. It's the second-highest spot in Jefferson County. Only Sun Ridge, near Hillsboro, is taller. The Beaumont Scout Reservation, a large area for Boy Scouts of America, is just 4 miles (6.4 km) north of High Ridge.
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Exploring High Ridge's Location
High Ridge is located in the northern part of Jefferson County. It shares its northern border with two communities: Peaceful Village and Parkville.
A main road, Missouri Route 30, goes right through High Ridge. If you head northeast on this road, you can reach downtown St. Louis in about 23 miles (37 km). If you go southwest, you'll get to St. Clair, which is about 31 miles (50 km) away.
The Unique Landscape of High Ridge
High Ridge sits on a special type of land formation. It's like a high area with nine different "arms" or ridges. This area is part of something called the Burlington Escarpment. The very highest point of the ridge is near the Senior Center. This is just north of High Ridge Boulevard.
Many small streams flow from this high ground. These include Antire Creek, Rock Creek, and Sugar Creek. The land here is surrounded by two important rivers. The Big River is to the west. The Meramec River is to the west, north, and east. The soil in High Ridge has a lot of chert, which makes it hard for traditional farming. Because of this, people in the past grew fruit trees, strawberries, and blackberries. They also grew other produce to sell in St. Louis.
The total area of High Ridge is about 3.8 square miles (9.85 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
A Glimpse into High Ridge's Past
The community of High Ridge got its name because of its high elevation. A post office was opened in High Ridge way back in 1856. This shows that people have been living and working in this area for a long time.
Who Lives in High Ridge?
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| 2020 | 4,242 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 4,236 people living in High Ridge. These people lived in 1,556 households. About 1,145 of these were families. The population density was about 1,061 people per square mile (409 per square kilometer).
Most people in High Ridge are White. A small number of people are African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people are from other races or have mixed racial backgrounds. About 1.16% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in High Ridge had children under 18 living with them. Most families were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.70 people. The average family had about 3.13 people.
The median age in High Ridge was 35 years old. This means half the people were younger than 35 and half were older. About 27.5% of the population was under 18. About 8.0% of the population was 65 or older.
Learning in High Ridge
The Northwest R-I School District serves the students in High Ridge. There are three elementary schools in the community. These schools are High Ridge Elementary, Brennan Woods Elementary, and Murphy Elementary.
High Ridge also has a public library. It is a branch of the Jefferson County Library system. This library provides books and resources for everyone in the community.
Famous People from High Ridge
Some notable people have connections to High Ridge:
- Bill Alter – He was a state senator for Missouri.
- Michael Chandler – He is a professional mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter. He was also a wrestling All-American in college.
- Sarah Haskins – She is an Olympic triathlete.
See also
In Spanish: High Ridge (Misuri) para niños
