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Best Schools in Jefferson City, Missouri
Compare 19 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
19
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
9,079
Total Students
Across Jefferson City
11:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
19 schools found
Blair Oaks Intermediate
publicelementaryGrade 3-5
6124 Falcon Lane, Jefferson City, MO 65101
7
Rating
Students
228
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
68%
Math Proficiency
71%
Blair Oaks Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
6124 Falcon Ln, Jefferson City, MO 65101
6.4
Rating
Students
290
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
56%
Math Proficiency
72%
Blair Oaks High
publichighGrade 9-12
6124 Falcon Ln, Jefferson City, MO 65101
6.2
Rating
Students
421
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
57%
Jefferson City High
publichighGrade 9-12
609 Union, Jefferson City, MO 65101
5.4
Rating
Students
1,353
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
45%
Clarence Lawson Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
1105 Fairgrounds Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65109
5
Rating
Students
440
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
51%
Capital City High School
publichighGrade 9-12
1650 Cavalier Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109
4.8
Rating
Students
1,314
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
43%
Belair Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
701 Belair, Jefferson City, MO 65109
4.4
Rating
Students
363
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
41%
Pioneer Trail Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
301 Pioneer Trail, Jefferson City, MO 65109
4.2
Rating
Students
396
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
38%
Thomas Jefferson Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1201 Fairgrounds Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65109
4
Rating
Students
927
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
37%
Cedar Hill Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
1510 Vieth, Jefferson City, MO 65109
4
Rating
Students
313
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
32%
West Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
100 Dix Rd, Jefferson City, MO 65109
3.5
Rating
Students
317
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
32%
Lewis And Clark Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
325 Lewis And Clark Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65101
3.5
Rating
Students
966
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
30%
East Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
1229 E Mccarty, Jefferson City, MO 65101
3.2
Rating
Students
286
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
South Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
707 Linden Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65109
3.2
Rating
Students
302
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
1101 Jackson, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2.5
Rating
Students
294
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
Moreau Heights Elem.
publicelementaryK-5
1410 Hough Park, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2.5
Rating
Students
324
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
H Kenneth Kirchner School
publichighK-12
1403 Riverside Dr, Jefferson City, MO 65101
2
Rating
Students
16
Student-Teacher
3:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
20%
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr
publicelementaryPK-PK
812 St Mary'S Blvd, Jefferson City, MO 65109
0
Rating
Students
305
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Blair Oaks Elem.
publicelementaryPK-K2
6124 Falcon Ln, Jefferson City, MO 65101
0
Rating
Students
224
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Jefferson City
Jefferson City, Missouri is home to 19 schools serving over 9,079 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →
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School Insights
Metrics for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency
Math39%
ELA45%
Students meeting state proficiency standards
Class Size Distribution
Small (<15:1)17
Moderate (15-20:1)2
Large (>20:1)0
Smaller classes allow more individual attention
Highlights
- 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
- 1,353 students at Jefferson City High
- Best ratio: 3:1
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jefferson City, Missouri?
There are 19 schools in Jefferson City, serving 9,079 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Jefferson City?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Jefferson City include schools with ratings of 7 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Jefferson City?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Jefferson City is 11:1.