Jefferson City School District
School District · Jefferson City, Missouri
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
16
11 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,522
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
16
11 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,522
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#103 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,522
+$0 vs Missouri median
District size
8,560 students
Much larger than Missouri median
About Jefferson City
Jefferson City is a Jefferson City, Missouri school district serving 16 schools. The district educates 8,560 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1. The district invests $12,522 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, Jefferson City is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is North Elem., which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Jefferson City students show an average math proficiency of 34.2% and ELA proficiency of 44.2%.
The district includes 11 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Jefferson City, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Jefferson City with test data.
Schools in Jefferson City
16 schools Elementary Schools 11
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Jefferson City
- Total Enrollment
- 8,560
- Teachers (FTE)
- 735
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jefferson City?
Jefferson City has 16 schools in total — 11 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Jefferson City?
The average composite rating for Jefferson City is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Jefferson City?
Jefferson City spends $12,522 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jefferson City?
The average student-teacher ratio in Jefferson City is 11.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Jefferson City?
North Elem. is the highest-rated school in Jefferson City with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Jefferson City?
Across schools in Jefferson City with test data, the average math proficiency is 34.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 44.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Jefferson City compare to other districts in Missouri?
Jefferson City has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 16 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 34.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 44.2%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in MO
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- Hazelwood (32)
- Independence 30 (31)
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- Department of Corrections (20)
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- Park Hill (20)
- Raytown C-2 (20)
- Mehlville R-ix (19)
- Fox C-6 (18)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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