Excellent
#141 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 6% in state
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
Elementary School · JEFFERSON CITY
1101 JACKSON, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#141 of 2,221
In Jefferson City
#5 of 18
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
JEFFERSON CITY
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
Elementary School in Jefferson City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. is a public elementary school in Jefferson City, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. Thorpe J.
Gordon Elem. serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Thorpe J. Gordon 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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Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. — Students at Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 9.2/10.
How Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. Compares
See how Thorpe J. Gordon 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
1101 JACKSON, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.6 mi | — |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.5 mi | — |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE Jefferson City | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ALMA SCHRADER ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 8.5 |
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 8.5 |
| BRISTOL ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.5 |
| CARTERVILLE ELEM. Carterville, MO | 8.5 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph, MO | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
What grades does Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. serve?
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.?
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. rank in MO?
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. ranks #141 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. a charter school?
No, Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. a Title I school?
No, Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.?
99.7% of students at Thorpe J. Gordon 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
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (573) 659-3170
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District
JEFFERSON CITY- District Enrollment
- 8,560
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,522
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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