Serving 706 students in grades 5-6, Jefferson Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Saint Charles, MO, covering approximately 18.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone edge and a maximum reach of 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Intermediate School's student population of 706 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1063 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Intermediate School's ranking?
Jefferson Intermediate School is ranked #1063 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Jefferson Intermediate School often compared to?
Jefferson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardin Middle School, Green Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Intermediate School?
706 students attend Jefferson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jefferson Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Intermediate School?
Jefferson Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jefferson Intermediate School offer ?
Jefferson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Intermediate School part of?
Jefferson Intermediate School is part of St. Charles R-VI School District.
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