Below Average
#1968 of 2,221 schools in MO
Moreau Heights Elem.
Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY
1410 HOUGH PARK, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,968 of 2,221
In Jefferson City
#18 of 18
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
JEFFERSON CITY
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Moreau Heights Elem.
Elementary School in Jefferson City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Moreau Heights Elem.
Moreau Heights Elem. is a public elementary school in Jefferson City, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. Moreau Heights Elem. serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Moreau Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,968 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Moreau Heights Elem. show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Moreau Heights Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Moreau Heights Elem. — Students at Moreau Heights Elem. score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 2.5/10.
How Moreau Heights Elem. Compares
See how Moreau Heights 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
1410 HOUGH PARK, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moreau Heights Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLAIR OAKS ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.7 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE Jefferson City | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| BLAIR OAKS HIGH Jefferson City | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,013
Median Home Value
$234,600
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
29,777
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHOUTEAU ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.2 |
| CLER-MONT ELEM. Independence, MO | 4.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Lincoln, MO | 4.2 |
| NAYLOR ELEM. Naylor, MO | 4.2 |
| SCHUYLER CO. ELEM. Queen City, MO | 4.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moreau Heights Elem.
What grades does Moreau Heights Elem. serve?
Moreau Heights Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Moreau Heights Elem.?
Moreau Heights Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moreau Heights Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Moreau Heights Elem. is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moreau Heights Elem. rank in MO?
Moreau Heights Elem. ranks #1,968 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Moreau Heights Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Moreau Heights Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Moreau Heights Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moreau Heights Elem. has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Moreau Heights Elem. a charter school?
No, Moreau Heights Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moreau Heights Elem. a Title I school?
No, Moreau Heights Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moreau Heights Elem.?
60.1% of students at Moreau Heights 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
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (573) 659-3180
Resources & Links
District
JEFFERSON CITY- District Enrollment
- 8,560
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,522
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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