Serving 57 students in grades 7-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 57 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #316 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jefferson High School often compared to?
Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maryville High School, Nodaway-holt Middle School High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
57 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jefferson High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson C-123 School District.
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