Needs Improvement
#2195 of 2,221 schools in MO
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High
Middle School · JENNINGS
8831 COZENS, Jennings, MO 63136
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,195 of 2,221
In Jennings
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
JENNINGS
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About Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High is a public middle school in Jennings, MO, part of JENNINGS. Rose Johnson Jennings Jr.
High serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,195 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- MO avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High runs 24.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
51% of students at Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High — Students at Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 4.4/10.
How Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High Compares
See how Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8831 COZENS, Jennings, MO 63136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KENNETH C. HANRAHAN ELEM. (rated 4.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westview Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE (rated 3.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jennings, see our Jennings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JENNINGS HIGH Jennings | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| ST LOUIS UNIFIED SCHOOL OF SDA St. Louis | 0.8 mi | — |
| KENNETH C. HANRAHAN ELEM. Jennings | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| WOODLAND ELEM. Jennings | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Westview Middle School St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| KOCH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| HERZOG ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE Jennings | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| MOLINE ELEM. St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| LEMASTERS ELEM. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,388
Median Home Value
$77,300
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
41,314
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HICKMAN MILLS 8TH GRADE CENTER Kansas City, MO | 3.1 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO | 3.1 |
| MOUNT VERNON MIDDLE Mount Vernon, MO | 3.2 |
| DIXON MIDDLE Dixon, MO | 3.3 |
| KAIROS ACADEMIES St. Louis, MO | 3.4 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High
What grades does Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High serve?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High rank in MO?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High ranks #2,195 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High a charter school?
No, Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High a Title I school?
No, Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High?
100.0% of students at Rose Johnson Jennings Jr. High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.3%
- Phone
- (314) 653-8150
Resources & Links
District
JENNINGS- District Enrollment
- 2,331
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,748
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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