Jefferson Co. R-vii School District
School District · Festus, Missouri
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,339
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,339
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Evaluating Jefferson Co. R-vii?
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How this district compares
Missouri rank
#354 of 462
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,339
$188 vs Missouri median
District size
1,075 students
Larger than Missouri median
The short answer
Jefferson Co. R-vii ranks #354 of 462 Missouri districts by overall school rating. Jefferson Co. R-vii's schools with real test data average 6.4/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Jefferson High School (7.6/10), Danby-rush Tower Middle (7.5/10), and Telegraph Intermediate (4.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Jefferson Co. R-vii
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Danby-rush Tower Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Telegraph Intermediate | 4.0 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Jefferson Co. R-vii
Jefferson Co. R-vii is a Festus, Missouri school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,075 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1. The district invests $12,339 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Jefferson Co. R-vii demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Jefferson High School, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, Jefferson Co. R-vii students show an average math proficiency of 51.1% and ELA proficiency of 59.9%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Jefferson Co. R-vii, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Jefferson Co. R-vii with test data.
Schools in Jefferson Co. R-vii
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Festus
- Total Enrollment
- 1,075
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jefferson Co. R-vii?
Jefferson Co. R-vii has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Jefferson Co. R-vii?
The average composite rating for Jefferson Co. R-vii is 5.7/10. 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 Co. R-vii?
Jefferson Co. R-vii spends $12,339 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Jefferson Co. R-vii?
The average student-teacher ratio in Jefferson Co. R-vii is 13.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Jefferson Co. R-vii?
Jefferson High School is the highest-rated school in Jefferson Co. R-vii with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in Jefferson Co. R-vii?
Across schools in Jefferson Co. R-vii with test data, the average math proficiency is 51.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Jefferson Co. R-vii compare to other districts in Missouri?
Jefferson Co. R-vii has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 5 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
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 51.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 59.9%
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.
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- Independence 30 (31)
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- Wentzville R-iv (22)
- Blue Springs R-iv (21)
- 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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