Serving 684 students in grades 5-6, Jefferson Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Intermediate School's student population of 684 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Intermediate School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1100 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
16%
15%
White
72%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Intermediate School's ranking?
Jefferson Intermediate School is ranked #1100 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jefferson Intermediate School often compared to?
Jefferson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Tree Elementary School, Hardin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Intermediate School?
684 students attend Jefferson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jefferson Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Intermediate School?
Jefferson Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson Intermediate School offer ?
Jefferson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Jefferson Intermediate School part of?
Jefferson Intermediate School is part of St. Charles R-VI School District.
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I love it here. My teacher is really awesome! She loves Harry Potter and I love it too. Both of my teachers are in the Seekers team. WE ROCK!!!!!!!!
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