Serving 1,270 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson City High School's student population of 1,270 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson City High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#337 out of 2092 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
20%
15%
White
64%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson City High School's ranking?
Jefferson City High School is ranked #337 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jefferson City High School often compared to?
Jefferson City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blair Oaks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson City High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson City High School is 87%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Jefferson City High School?
1,270 students attend Jefferson City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jefferson City High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson City High School?
Jefferson City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson City High School offer ?
Jefferson City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson City High School part of?
Jefferson City High School is part of Jefferson City School District.
School Reviews
5 9/3/2020
Small-town feel with the opportunities afforded by large schools. I have an older son that chose the career and tech route and was well served, and a younger son that chose a more traditional route that had a great experience. Like most large schools, if you student is focused on doing well, they will. Teachers and staff were very helpful.
5 1/17/2018
Both of our children graduated from JCHS and were well-prepared for college. The rigorous AP course offerings made them as competitive with their public education as students who attended private college-prep schools.
5 4/4/2011
This was a great school, despite my own bad experience with other students. This was not the fault of the school, there are bad students everywhere.
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