Serving 639 students in grades 9-12, Jennings High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jennings High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jennings High School's student population of 639 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jennings High 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 Jennings High School is 0.06, 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
#1699 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
97%
15%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jennings High School's ranking?
Jennings High School is ranked #1699 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jennings High School?
The graduation rate of Jennings High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jennings High School?
639 students attend Jennings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jennings High School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jennings High School?
Jennings High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jennings High School offer ?
Jennings High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jennings High School part of?
Jennings High School is part of Jennings School District.
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