Jefferson High School is the public high school in Conception Junction, Missouri.
Serving 58 students in grades 7-12, Jefferson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson High School's student population of 58 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1075 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
98%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson High School's ranking?
Jefferson High School is ranked #1075 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jefferson High School often compared to?
Jefferson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maryville High School, Nodaway-holt Middle School High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jefferson High School?
58 students attend Jefferson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jefferson High School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson High School?
Jefferson High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson High School offer ?
Jefferson High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson High School part of?
Jefferson High School is part of Jefferson C-123 School District.
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