Serving 323 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 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 0.12, 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
#313 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
94%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #313 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 Festus Sr. High School, Desoto Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 65-69% 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 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
323 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jefferson High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson County R-VII School District.
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