Very Good
#492 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 22% in state
Cedar Hill Elem.
Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY
1510 VIETH, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#492 of 2,221
In Jefferson City
#8 of 18
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
JEFFERSON CITY
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Cedar Hill Elem.
Elementary School in Jefferson City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cedar Hill Elem.
Cedar Hill Elem. is a public elementary school in Jefferson City, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. Cedar Hill Elem. serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Hill Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #492 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Hill Elem. show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Hill Elem. — Students at Cedar Hill Elem. score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Cedar Hill Elem. Compares
See how Cedar Hill Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1510 VIETH, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Hill Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.3 mi | — |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,430
Median Home Value
$204,700
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
40,390
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARCADIA VALLEY ELEM. Ironton, MO | 7.6 |
| BALLWIN ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 7.6 |
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield, MO | 7.6 |
| DARDENNE ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.6 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield, MO | 7.6 |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Hill Elem.
What grades does Cedar Hill Elem. serve?
Cedar Hill Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cedar Hill Elem.?
Cedar Hill Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill Elem. is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Hill Elem. rank in MO?
Cedar Hill Elem. ranks #492 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Cedar Hill Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Hill Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Hill Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Hill Elem. has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cedar Hill Elem. a charter school?
No, Cedar Hill Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Hill Elem. a Title I school?
No, Cedar Hill Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Hill Elem.?
43.6% of students at Cedar Hill Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (573) 659-3160
Resources & Links
District
JEFFERSON CITY- District Enrollment
- 8,560
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,522
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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